Are you an operational leader with a passion for delivering excellence in clinical trials?

A leading Clinical Trials organisation is seeking a hands-on and results-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee its expanding operations and ensure continued excellence in trial delivery. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in scaling a high-performing business and strengthening its operational backbone.

This company doesn’t need reinvention, it needs refinement. With a strong foundation already in place and ambitious growth targets ahead, the COO will be instrumental in optimising systems, enhancing delivery, and supporting sustainable expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day operations across clinical trial functions, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and quality.

Collaborate with the CEO and Board to implement strategic plans through operational execution.

Oversee resource planning, budgeting, and performance metrics to support growth.

Strengthen relationships with sponsors, CROs, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless trial delivery.

Drive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and team capability.

About You: We’re looking for a pragmatic and experienced operational leader with deep knowledge of clinical trial delivery. The ideal candidate will bring:

Proven experience in a senior operational role within Clinical Trials.

Strong understanding of trial logistics, regulatory compliance, and site coordination.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Financial and resource management expertise.

A collaborative mindset and commitment to operational excellence.

Why Join This Organisation:

A respected name in clinical trials with a strong reputation for quality.

A clear operational roadmap and growth plan.

A supportive, high-performing leadership team.

A culture that values collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

If you're ready to lead operations in a thriving clinical trials environment, we invite you to apply.

Can be Sydney or Melbourne based.

Contact Dana Sarkissian on 02 8310 5842 or [email protected]