Full-Time Contract Global Trial Manager for Large Pharma - Senior Global Trial Manager ICON Employee Review

3.0
May 26, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

You are embedded within large pharma and feel like you are really part of the study team even though you are a contractor. You get full-time W-2 benefits that are comparable to a lot of pharma companies. I felt like my salary was competitive with similar positions in the industry.

Cons

Since you are a contractor within another organization there isn't much room for advancement . In addition, your manager at Docs does not know much about the client you are working at or the policies so they are at a loss to assist with client specific issues. Hired at the top of my pay range so when raises came around it I received only a 1% raise with an exceeds expectations rating.

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5.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Really great manager. Remote work major plus. No micro management. Great pay

Cons

Annual salary increase this year isn't until September which is odd.

4.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Strong Leadership, Fair/Average compensation, Thrive Program (company strives to keep you employeed as Sponsor reallocations occur)

Cons

HR is very hands off. It is very difficult to speak to anyone. Not simple to call and ask a question. Everything has to go through a portal. This is challenging when there is time sensitive needs. They make it work but in my opinion, this is a 'con'.

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