Sr Director/Director, Strategy & Delivery - Ophthalmology Syneos Health® is a leading fully‑integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress. Job Responsibilities Pre‑Award responsibilities: Provides overall strategy and direction of clinical trials, processes and procedures; acts as Scientific Director/consultant as required; serves as a primary senior‑level contact for customers; participates in customer proposals, RFIs, presentations, proposal defenses and Steering Committees; provides scientific/regulatory oversight and project/therapeutic training to project teams; collaborates with the Medical Writing department; coordinates acquisition of medical/scientific input from outside experts/advisors; represents the company at industry meetings and publications; participates in the development of SOPs, medical/scientific tools, training, staffing requirements, etc.; interacts with senior management to provide scientific/medical input to other departments. Executive Client Management & Business Development: Serve as the senior‑most operational leader and strategic advisor for top‑tier clients, fostering trusted executive relationships; develop and implement strategic client engagement plans; lead executive governance, resolve high‑impact escalations and deliver innovative solutions; present Syneos Health as a leader in clinical development solutions; oversee and influence high‑stakes proposal development and bid defense strategies; partner with senior business development leaders to secure significant new business and enterprise‑wide solutions. Strategic Project Delivery Oversight: Define and oversee the strategic direction for the delivery of a complex and diverse portfolio of clinical research projects; establish governance frameworks for risk management, performance tracking and strategic delivery checkpoints; utilize advanced analytics to identify risks, optimize delivery strategies and drive operational improvements; provide executive leadership to ensure high‑quality project outcomes and adherence to corporate objectives. Financial Leadership: Maintain accountability for the financial health of a complex and high‑value portfolio; develop and implement strategic financial strategies to optimize profitability, resource allocation and budget management; lead executive negotiations for change orders and out‑of‑scope activities; ensure financial strategies align with long‑term corporate objectives. Organizational Leadership & Talent Development: Inspire and lead a culture of innovation, accountability and collaboration across the organization; mentor and develop senior project leaders, fostering a pipeline of future executive talent; provide strategic guidance and coaching to senior leaders; champion diversity, equity and inclusion within project teams and organizational leadership. Quality & Compliance Excellence: Lead by example in embedding a culture of quality and compliance; oversee strategic quality initiatives to mitigate risks and ensure project excellence; collaborate with senior stakeholders to address systemic quality issues and implement enterprise‑level solutions. Strategic Initiatives and Organizational Innovation: Lead and influence enterprise‑level strategic initiatives; provide thought leadership to align GPM strategies with corporate objectives; drive innovation and operational excellence across project delivery; champion transformational change management efforts. Benefits Company car or car allowance Health benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Company match 401(k) Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time (eligibility may vary by location) Salary Range $134,400.00 – $255,400.00 Additional Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job. Summary The Senior Director/Executive Director, Strategy & Delivery serves as a visionary and strategic leader within the organization, overseeing a portfolio of complex, high‑value clinical research projects while driving organizational innovation and growth. This role is accountable for driving new business opportunities, advancing active client partnerships at the highest executive levels, delivering superior project outcomes, and aligning operations with long‑term business objectives. #J-18808-Ljbffr