Job Description

Contract Specialist

Negotiate contracts that open the door to groundbreaking clinical trials, bringing hope to patients with obesity, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases and liver conditions.

Your new role

As a Contract Specialist, you will manage and execute the start-up activities related to contracting of sites, Investigators and SMOs in allocated clinical trials. Your work ensures compliance with local regulations, Novo Nordisk procedures and protocol requirements to deliver reliable, high-quality data and study subject protection—activating sites prior to First Patient First Visit in the country. You will establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders that drive trial success.

Your main accountabilities will be:

• Managing commercial and contractual relationships with Investigators, SMOs and clinical sites to meet timelines and demands of assigned clinical trials
• Negotiating contract language and budget directly with clinical sites and Investigators in line with previously accepted parameters
• Interacting independently with Investigators, clinical site staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting the payment process to sites in case of business needs
• Escalating changes to legal language and budget requests to appropriate stakeholders where required

Your new department

The Bulgaria CDC department is poised for growth as it embarks on the establishment of a Clinical Development Centre as well as expanding its Clinical medical collaboration roles. This expansion is focusing on the preparation of new therapy areas for Novo Nordisk, including chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease and liver conditions. With a strong commitment to advancing healthcare, this department is at the forefront of pioneering innovative solutions for these challenging medical conditions.

Your skills & qualifications

To be successful in this role, you need a proven background in clinical contracts administration combined with a team-oriented personality and strong attention to detail. You'll bring with you:

• Experience in clinical contract administration and experience in clinical trials as CTA, CRA or Start-up/Clinical Contract Associate is an advantage
• Bachelor's or master's degree, preferably in Life Science/Law (a legal degree is a strong benefit)
• A proven background in Contracts Administration within the CRO or Pharmaceutical industry is a strong benefit
• A strong understanding of clinical contracting processes
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Team-oriented personality with high degree of flexibility and close collaboration skills to ensure successful contract execution
• Ability to work in a structured and proactive manner as part of different trial teams
• High result orientation in driving contracting milestones according to CDC KPIs
• Strong focus on details while maintaining overview and quality
• IT proficiency in MS Office and clinical trials systems
• Fluent English and Bulgarian language

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you'll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 35,100 - 59,650 EUR corresponding to the level of the position. The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate's skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Deadline: 18 May 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.