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IQVIA · Zug, Switzerland

# Budget Escalation Manager

Zug, Switzerland Full-time Manager or lead 

Listed on IQVIA’s official careers site. Posted November 3, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on IQVIA’s careers site →](https://iqvia.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IQVIA/job/Zug-Switzerland/Budget-Escalation-Manager_R1578015)

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## Job description

Responsible for overseeing clinical trial budgets and leading negotiation activities on a global scale Hybrid in Zug, Switzerland

### Essential Functions

Preparation, review, negotiation and management of clinical trial agreements with sites and sponsors Manage complex budget escalations and provide strategic solutions to support study timelines and financial objectives. Ensures tracking completion of all contractual documents for sites Establishes project timelines. Establishes and/or executes goals and objectives for team(s) as well as tracking and delivering on operational/financial performance.

Responsible for the development of complex contracting strategies, coordination of investigator grants, as applicable and proposal text to support the proposal development process.
- Develop contract and budget templates and contracting systems, tools, processes, and training materials

### Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred 5+ years' experience in pharmaceutical/biotech contract or clinical budget management Experience negotiating with vendors and CROs
- Strong knowledge of contract lifecycle management, including drafting, review, approval, and execution
- Ability to assess contractual risk and manage contracts independently
- Strong clinical budget review experience, including pricing, payment terms, and financial impact analysis Experience supporting global clinical studies and CRO/vendor contracting preferred IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.

We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at [https://jobs.iqvia.com](https://jobs.iqvia.com) IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete.

Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 3, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 7, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 7, 2026
- Listed for: 4 days
- Location: Zug, Switzerland
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on IQVIA’s careers site →](https://iqvia.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IQVIA/job/Zug-Switzerland/Budget-Escalation-Manager_R1578015)

## Hiring at IQVIA
- Open jobs: 1,895
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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