[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All AbbVie jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/) · [Search jobs](/search/) AbbVie # Contract Management Specialist In Amadora Lisbon Jid 33404 Executive & Management Listed on AbbVie’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on AbbVie’s careers site →](https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/contract-management-specialist-in-amadora-lisbon-jid-33404) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [AbbVie](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/) / Contract Management Specialist In Amadora Lisbon Jid 33404 ## Job description Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. ### Job Description At AbbVie, we are committed to advancing innovative medicines and improving patients' lives around the world. We are currently looking for a Contract Management Specialist to join our Clinical Operations team in Portugal. In this role, you will support clinical research activities and contract management processes for studies conducted in Portugal, while collaborating with local, regional, and global stakeholders. You will be responsible for managing and negotiating clinical trial agreements, budgets, and related legal documentation to support the successful and timely start-up and conduct of clinical studies. Working closely with Legal, Finance, Clinical Operations, and external research sites, you will play a key role in ensuring contracts and budgets do not become a barrier to study delivery while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and company policies. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with both local and global stakeholders while contributing directly to the success of AbbVie's clinical research programs. ### Responsibilities Serve as the primary contract management contact for Portugal, partnering with Legal, Finance, Clinical Operations, Site Management & Monitoring, and Study Teams. Manage the preparation, negotiation, and execution of clinical trial agreements, confidentiality agreements, study budgets, and related vendor contracts. Lead contract and budget negotiations with investigator sites and research institutions to support timely study start-up and execution. Review and support contract-related and legal documentation associated with clinical studies, working closely with Legal and other key stakeholders. Liaising with Legal where playbook doesn’t already address an issue and seeking Legal approval for deviations. Setting, managing and communicating priorities to local affiliate stakeholders, Legal, and Finance in alignment with study plans and priority for start-up. Ensure accurate tracking of contracts, budgets, and study-related documentation, while maintaining relevant metrics and records. Collecting and tracking site intelligence and communicating such to appropriate stakeholders in the Study Team, Legal, Finance, etc. Ensure contracts and budgets are finalized within agreed timelines to support the timely start-up and ongoing execution of clinical studies. ### Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of clinical research experience, including experience in contract and budget negotiation. Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Understanding of clinical research processes, as well as medical, legal, and financial concepts relevant to clinical trials. Good knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable local regulations. Ability to interpret and apply legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements within a clinical research environment. Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in Portuguese and English, both written and spoken. Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and decision-making ability. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment. Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills. Additional Information AbbVie Culture At AbbVie, we care deeply about bringing innovative solutions to patients in need. By joining us as a Contract Management Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of our mission, working in a dynamic and supportive environment that encourages growth and collaboration. ### All4OneAbbVie Foster strong interpersonal relationships and teamwork. ### Decide Smart & Sure Navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions. ### Agile & Accountable Communicate a clear and inspiring vision. ### Clear & Courageous Provide honest and constructive feedback. ### Make Possibilities Real Efficiently plan and execute tasks while adapting to challenges. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit [https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html](https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html) US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: [https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html](https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days[Apply on AbbVie’s careers site →](https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/contract-management-specialist-in-amadora-lisbon-jid-33404) ## More jobs at AbbVie ### [Assoc Dir Director Ventures Asia Pacific In Shanghai Shanghai Jid 31896](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/522278c0c55a3c94ab32/) ### [Associate Director Aesthetics Ai Strategy In Irvine Ca Jid 32761](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/dd4e776e47fcb9a6d639/) ### [Associate Director Ami Curricula In Irvine Ca Jid 34047](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/415f4404d9cbf7b8d724/) ### [Associate Director Business Excellence Portfolio Strategy Aesthetics In Irvine Ca Jid 29529](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/f447cd668d5ce8917d61/) ### [Associate Director Category Management In Florham Park Nj Jid 30602](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/64a3c2f8eff34e4f145e/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Contract Management Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/accenture/jobs/5e620d9a86cf9888f766/) Accenture ### [Brand Manager Ftc Hybrid Lisbon Portugal 64A5C412 8990 4E35 8Fc1 Cc71144F7B1C](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/imperial-brands/jobs/c1156936d52c142afd3a/) Imperial Brands ### [5006023101 Assistente De Vendas Sales Assistant Mf Jd Lisbon Cascais](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/1011626dc0f78c7cd712/) JD Sports Fashion ### [Contract Management Associate Manager (French Speaker)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/accenture/jobs/d863e760242e028d96a8/) Accenture ### [workforce management wfm specialist fixed term contract](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/richemont/jobs/e1284f3a2c3a4fb3ac24/) Richemont OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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