Team Lead Project and Operations Management (f/m/d)

Clariness is looking for a Team Lead Project and Operations Management (f/m/d) based in Berlin or Hamburg.
- Full-time; unlimited -

About the role:

In this role you will be responsible for leading project teams and ensuring the successful delivery of clinical trial recruitment projects across multiple studies and clients. You will oversee planning and execution, remove operational blockers, and work closely with sponsors and internal stakeholders to drive performance, quality, and continuous improvement.

Tasks

As a Team Lead Project and Operations Management (f/m/d), you would be responsible for:

• Leading and supporting project teams to ensure smooth and timely delivery of clinical trial recruitment projects.
• Overseeing planning, execution, and monitoring across multiple studies and client accounts.
• Identifying, prioritizing, and resolving operational risks and blockers to keep projects on track.
• Driving portfolio-level performance reviews and reporting, providing clear and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Collaborating closely with sponsors and internal stakeholders to achieve optimal study outcomes.
• Implementing process improvements and best practices to optimize operational workflows.
• Ensuring compliance with internal SOPs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements across all projects.
• Mentoring and developing team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

We would like you to have:

• Proven experience in project and/or operations management within the clinical trial industry, ideally in a leadership role.
• Degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex portfolios and multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English and German.
• Good understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to lead teams, resolve operational challenges, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with performance metrics, portfolio reporting, and data-driven decision-making.
• Project management certifications (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) are a plus.

Benefits

You may ask now, why should I work for you? Let us give you a few reasons – and you'll learn more during the process.

• A varied and exciting job with a lot of personal responsibility in an international company, where you can develop and expand your skills.
• Professional and personal development opportunities - incl. personal development budget.
• Flexible working hours and mobile working.
• Regular team events and open feedback culture.
• A versatile field of activity and challenging projects.
• A supportive and open company culture, providing the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse and professional team.
• Impact healthcare by accelerating medical innovation through improved access to clinical trials, potentially bringing needed treatments to patients faster.

How to apply & what to expect:

• Apply via link (CV only; no cover letter required).
• Introductory call (30 min) → Technical interview → Demo Day → Decision.
• We aim to move promptly and keep you updated at every step.

At Clariness, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.