Associate Director, Third Party Processes & OperationsPosted Date: Apr 30 2026Site Name: UK – London – New Oxford Street, Bangalore, Belgium-Wavre, GSK Tres Cantos, Madrid, Italy - Siena, UK - Hertfordshire - Stevenage, USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence, Warsaw Rzymowskiego 53We are looking for an Associate Director, Third Party Processes & Operations to join our team.As the successful candidate you will play a pivotal role in advancing the objectives of Development Operations by designing and improving innovative third-party management processes, guidelines and models. This position is responsible for ensuring that all the above areas are effective, efficient, compliant, and work for their end-users while being aligned with DevOps's strategies and ambitions in effective and excellence in the Management of our Third-Parties for successful delivery of their services.BenefitsWe create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme.Responsibilities
Design, implement and maintain TPM processes or outsourcing models to achieve DevOps's strategic and operational goals under strategic guidance of the Head of Processes & OperationsEnsure TPM processes or outsourcing models are embedded business as usual, compliant with GSK standards and regulatory requirements and enable the desired outcomesDevelop and execute process/model oversight mechanisms (issue tracking and trending, performance KPIs/other metrics, management monitoring), evaluate data and implement mitigations and improvementsPropose opportunities for TPM process improvements, third‐party model improvements, and/or system enhancementsLead and/or support initiatives to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation in third‐party managementDevelop and provide required end‐user support to ensure appropriate execution against processes and requirementsWork collaboratively with cross‐functional teams, relevant global processes owners and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Basic Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a scientific disciplineExtensive experience in Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry or a related field with strong expertise in clinical operations and third‐party managementExpertise in process mapping, modelling, and redesigning workflows to streamline operationsDemonstrated ability to manage process improvement projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring progress with strong organizational skills to ensure goals are met within tight deadlines and budgetsAbility to clearly articulate process changes and their impact to stakeholders across various levels of the organizationStrong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision‐making capabilitiesDemonstrated cross‐functional collaborator with experience in building networks of partners and stakeholders and broadly engaging with expert communities
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Advanced degree, MSc or equivalent in a scientific disciplineFamiliarity with methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile for process improvement
Salary RangeThe annual base salary in Poland for new hires in this position ranges from PLN 312,750 to PLN 521,250 gross, taking into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Depending on the role and internal policies, the position may also be eligible for a bonus (if applicable and based on defined, non‐discretionary criteria) and/or awards for exceptional performance (granted at the employer's discretion). All statutory benefits will be maintained in accordance with Polish law. Other benefits may also be offered, which may include private healthcare, additional paid days off, life insurance, private pension plan and fully paid parental leave & care of family member leave.Closing Date for Applications14th May 2026 (EOD)Equal Opportunity EmployerGSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.#J-18808-Ljbffr