Head of Clinical Operations - ONCOLOGY - HYBRID

We are partnering with a growing, oncology-focused biotech to appoint a Head of Clinical Operations at Senior Director or VP level. This is a critical leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer, based in Munich with a hybrid working model (3 days on site).

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a pivotal stage of the company’s development. The organisation is currently running Phase II clinical trials and preparing to advance into Phase III, with a strong focus on solid tumours.

The Role

As Head of Clinical Operations, you will provide hands‑on leadership across global clinical programmes, shaping and executing the clinical operations strategy while remaining close to day-to-day execution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Clinical Operations Directors
• Overseeing global clinical operations across Europe and the US
• Managing CROs and outsourced partners, ensuring delivery on time, budget, and quality
• Supporting the transition from Phase II to Phase III studies
• Partnering closely with the executive leadership team and contributing to company‑wide decision making
• Building and optimising clinical operations processes suitable for a scaling biotech environment

About You

This role suits a leader who thrives in a small‑biotech, high‑impact setting and enjoys balancing strategy with execution.

You will bring:

• Significant experience leading clinical operations in oncology, ideally through late‑stage development
• Proven leadership experience managing senior teams and external vendors
• Strong understanding of global clinical trial delivery
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to act as a true thought partner to senior leadership
• A hands‑on approach - comfortable being close to the detail and rolling up your sleeves when needed

Personality, communication style, and cultural fit are just as important as technical expertise. This is not a removed or purely strategic role, but one for someone who wants to build, lead, and grow alongside the organisation.