Senior Site Manager

Position: Senior Site Manager – Clinical Trial Support

Location: Milano, Italy

We are looking for a driven Senior Site Manager to serve as the primary contact point between the Sponsor and the Investigational Site for assigned clinical trials (phase1‑4). You will ensure inspection readiness and compliance with protocol, SOP, GCP and applicable regulations from study start‑up through to site closure. The role requires flexibility, strong communication, problem‑solving, independence and teamwork.

Principal Responsibilities

• Site feasibility and selection, site initiation and startup, and preparation and conduct of site monitoring
• Oversight of KPIs and site/study close‑out in complex clinical trials
• Implementation of a site‑level analytical risk‑based monitoring model and work with the site to resolve issues and deviations during monitoring visits
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all trial data including safety data, manage timely data entry and query resolution in collaboration with site staff
• Co‑create site‑level recruitment and retention strategies and implement mitigation actions in partnership with other functional areas
• Document all trial related activities, communicate site and study progress and issues to Local Trial Managers and central study teams
• Local expert in clinical trials, build therapeutic area knowledge, coach or mentor less experienced colleagues
• Participate in process improvement, training, special initiatives (e.g., Champion, Subject Matter Expert)
• Assume additional responsibilities or special initiatives as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Life Sciences, Nursing or related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 3‑4 years of clinical trial monitoring experience (other relevant experience may be considered)
• Strong understanding of GCP, local laws and regulations
• Strong IT skills in appropriate software and company systems
• Willingness to travel with occasional overnight stay away from home
• Proficient in Italian and English; good written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Oncology experience
• Experience as a Champion or Subject Matter Expert (optional)

Required Skills

• Strong communication, quick learner, problem solver, team player

Benefits

Competitive salary (€39,800.00 – €64,055.00) with annual bonus and performance‑based commissions. Additional benefits include vacation days, parental leave (minimum 12 weeks), bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, financial, physical and mental health programs, service anniversary and recognition awards, and various insurance plans. Flexible working environment and emphasis on work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

Johnson & Johnson is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other employment benefits. Please contact us to request accommodation.