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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Executive Director, Global Clinical Operations Study Management Group Head
Job Requisition ID: 2481
Posting Start Date: 10/29/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
The Executive Director, Global Clinical Operations Study Management Group Head has leadership and overall strategic oversight of study management and delivery for all therapeutic areas. The role reports into the Global Clinical Operations VP and is accountable for ensuring the clinical trial portfolio and submissions are delivered to time, quality, and cost. The teams reporting into this role must ensure robust strategic and operational planning has been incorporated throughout the governance process, to oversee delivery of projects to plan and to drive standardization and operational excellence across a portfolio of work.
Responsibilities
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Partner with the VP in developing the functional discipline through (i) functional-area leadership, (ii) keeping abreast with latest functional development in the pharma industry, (iii) supporting consistency, coherence, and compliance, (iv) establishing area-relevant standards, (v) encouraging innovation.
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Build strong relationships with clinical development, clinical sciences, regulatory, biostats, data management, and other key stakeholder peer functions to ensure strong collaboration and early operational input into study design and trial delivery planning and execution.
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Ensure scientific concepts and business priorities are considered to provide strategic global leadership for the clinical operations staff working on clinical programs in scope/portfolio.
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Close collaboration with Asset and Portfolio Management (A&PM), GCO Clinical Trial Business Operations (CTBO), and GCO Study Optimization to assess and plan for Ph I – III study team delivery and transitions. This includes engagement with feasibility, CTD, RSEM, and site contracts and budget management.
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Ensure delivery of all operational components of global programs within scope, either through external partners (CRO, ARO, etc) or internal delivery models.
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Act as a key point of escalation for issues impacting across program for both internal and external stakeholders. Responsible for maintaining high level of visibility of operational topics among leadership and stakeholders.
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Support, where needed, internal program/study review meetings preceding governance investment decision meetings.
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Provide strategic leadership to drive projects and foster a performance driven global culture.
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Accountable for the creation of an environment that inspires, motivates, and empowers colleagues, influence stakeholders inside and outside of GCO to accelerate clinical development timelines and to create value for patients and the healthcare system.
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Responsible for maintaining high level of visibility of operational topics among leadership and stakeholders.
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Functional leadership of up to 10 employees who manage the delivery.
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Ensure capability build, individual development, and performance management.
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Accountable for resource management within respective portfolio and collaborating with peers to optimize talent in the organization.
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Ensure the GPT GCO reps are functioning at a high and consistent level.
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Drives a feedback-oriented culture.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Experience Qualifications
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BS/MSA in related discipline, or equivalent work experience required.
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15+ years industry or related experience required.
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Extensive early/late stage drug development experience ideally including time in role such as a Global Project Leader at Sr. Director level or equivalent preferred.
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Relevant therapeutic experience and proven ability to learn new indications required.
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Proven global line management expertise; experience of performance management and development of Director+ level staff required.
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Proven experience in leading and implementing improvement initiatives, novel technology or techniques in the context of clinical development required.
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Proven change management experience required.
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Proven strategic and innovative thinking required.
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Functional management experience, managing resourcing and budget planning/oversight required.
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Ability to collaborate and establish a well-connected network with other Early/Late Leaders and Clinical Operations Leadership required.
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Demonstrated ability in influencing others in a matrix environment required.
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Awareness of external competitive environment and operational practices required.
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Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, performance targets and project initiatives in a global environment required.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
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Willingness to travel both domestic and international required.
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Proven ability to develop successful collaborations with internal and external partners required.
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Maintains high standards, including a commitment to Daiichi Sankyo values, policies and employment principles required.
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Some domestic and international travel expected.
Additional Information
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$263,250.00 - USD$438,750.00
Job Title: Executive Director, Global Clinical Operations Study Management Group Head
Job Requisition ID: 2481
Posting Start Date: 10/29/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
The Executive Director, Global Clinical Operations Study Management Group Head has leadership and overall strategic oversight of study management and delivery for all therapeutic areas. The role reports into the Global Clinical Operations VP and is accountable for ensuring the clinical trial portfolio and submissions are delivered to time, quality, and cost. The teams reporting into this role must ensure robust strategic and operational planning has been incorporated throughout the governance process, to oversee delivery of projects to plan and to drive standardization and operational excellence across a portfolio of work.
Responsibilities
-
Partner with the VP in developing the functional discipline through (i) functional-area leadership, (ii) keeping abreast with latest functional development in the pharma industry, (iii) supporting consistency, coherence, and compliance, (iv) establishing area-relevant standards, (v) encouraging innovation.
-
Build strong relationships with clinical development, clinical sciences, regulatory, biostats, data management, and other key stakeholder peer functions to ensure strong collaboration and early operational input into study design and trial delivery planning and execution.
-
Ensure scientific concepts and business priorities are considered to provide strategic global leadership for the clinical operations staff working on clinical programs in scope/portfolio.
-
Close collaboration with Asset and Portfolio Management (A&PM), GCO Clinical Trial Business Operations (CTBO), and GCO Study Optimization to assess and plan for Ph I – III study team delivery and transitions. This includes engagement with feasibility, CTD, RSEM, and site contracts and budget management.
-
Ensure delivery of all operational components of global programs within scope, either through external partners (CRO, ARO, etc) or internal delivery models.
-
Act as a key point of escalation for issues impacting across program for both internal and external stakeholders. Responsible for maintaining high level of visibility of operational topics among leadership and stakeholders.
-
Support, where needed, internal program/study review meetings preceding governance investment decision meetings.
-
Provide strategic leadership to drive projects and foster a performance driven global culture.
-
Accountable for the creation of an environment that inspires, motivates, and empowers colleagues, influence stakeholders inside and outside of GCO to accelerate clinical development timelines and to create value for patients and the healthcare system.
-
Responsible for maintaining high level of visibility of operational topics among leadership and stakeholders.
-
Functional leadership of up to 10 employees who manage the delivery.
-
Ensure capability build, individual development, and performance management.
-
Accountable for resource management within respective portfolio and collaborating with peers to optimize talent in the organization.
-
Ensure the GPT GCO reps are functioning at a high and consistent level.
-
Drives a feedback-oriented culture.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required.
Experience Qualifications
-
BS/MSA in related discipline, or equivalent work experience required.
-
15+ years industry or related experience required.
-
Extensive early/late stage drug development experience ideally including time in role such as a Global Project Leader at Sr. Director level or equivalent preferred.
-
Relevant therapeutic experience and proven ability to learn new indications required.
-
Proven global line management expertise; experience of performance management and development of Director+ level staff required.
-
Proven experience in leading and implementing improvement initiatives, novel technology or techniques in the context of clinical development required.
-
Proven change management experience required.
-
Proven strategic and innovative thinking required.
-
Functional management experience, managing resourcing and budget planning/oversight required.
-
Ability to collaborate and establish a well-connected network with other Early/Late Leaders and Clinical Operations Leadership required.
-
Demonstrated ability in influencing others in a matrix environment required.
-
Awareness of external competitive environment and operational practices required.
-
Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, performance targets and project initiatives in a global environment required.
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
-
Willingness to travel both domestic and international required.
-
Proven ability to develop successful collaborations with internal and external partners required.
-
Maintains high standards, including a commitment to Daiichi Sankyo values, policies and employment principles required.
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Some domestic and international travel expected.
Additional Information
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$263,250.00 - USD$438,750.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Group Chief Operating Officer
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
COO roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to a specific degree field like business administration, finance, or operations management. Document how your academic background directly underpins your executive duties before USCIS reviews your petition.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers with confirmed H-1B visa LCA filing history for senior operations roles. Migrate Mate surfaces this DOL data by company and occupation, so you can prioritize organizations that have successfully sponsored similar executive positions.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
COO roles typically fall into Wage Level III or IV on the OFLC Wage Search. Confirm your offered compensation meets or exceeds the certified LCA wage for your specific metro area before your employer submits the petition to USCIS.
Anticipate multi-site LCA requirements early
If your COO role requires oversight across multiple office locations, each worksite needs its own certified LCA before you can work there. Raise this with your employer's immigration counsel during offer negotiation, not after onboarding.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET occupation profile for Chief Executives documents the graduate-level analytical and strategic competencies central to COO duties. Reference this profile when your employer's immigration attorney drafts the specialty occupation support letter for your I-129 petition.
Plan your timeline around the H-1B cap selection rules
Cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate with your employer well before your current status expires. H-1B status runs up to three years initially, and your employer can file for an extension up to the six-year maximum while your case is pending.
H-1B Visa Group Chief Operating Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Group Chief Operating Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, finance, operations management, or engineering. USCIS evaluates the specific duties and degree requirements in the job description, so your employer's petition must clearly tie the COO responsibilities to that academic discipline rather than treating the role as a general management position.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Group Chief Operating Officer positions?
Large multinationals, private equity-backed portfolio companies, and professional services firms are among the most active sponsors for senior operations roles. You can browse employers with confirmed LCA filing history for executive positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL disclosure data by company and occupation code so you can target sponsors with a track record in this role category.
How does the LCA process work for a COO role that spans multiple office locations?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties needs its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your COO responsibilities require you to work across regional headquarters or subsidiary locations, your employer must file separate LCAs with DOL for each site before you begin work there. Identify your expected worksites at the offer stage so there are no compliance gaps after you start.
Can I switch employers during my H-1B period if I receive a competing COO offer?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, provided your existing H-1B was approved and you have maintained valid status. The new employer must file their own LCA and I-129 petition with USCIS before or concurrent with your start date, covering the specific worksite and wage level for the new role.
What documentation should I prepare to support a COO H-1B petition?
You'll need academic credentials showing a degree in a relevant field, an official degree evaluation if your qualification was earned outside the U.S., and a detailed employment history demonstrating progressive responsibility in operations leadership. Your employer's attorney will also need a comprehensive job description that maps specific COO duties to the degree requirement, since USCIS scrutinizes executive roles more closely than technical positions.