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Proposal Development Associate I or II (UK or Dublin)

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ICON has made a commitment to providing training, development and varied career opportunities to our Proposals team.

 

Proposal Development Associate (PDA I or II depending on experience)

 

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Proposals Department at ICON, a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries.

 

As a Proposals Development Associate you will support Business Development in the winning of new business for ICON through delivery of high quality customer-focused proposals and budgets for the conduct of clinical trials in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

 

You will play an essential role within the overall commercial/sales process, working closely with internal stakeholders across throughout our business (Business Development; Project Management; Clinical Operations; Medical Affairs).

 

Overview of the Role

  • Lead, coordinate and prepare client focused proposals, budgets and client grids for new business opportunities and ensure that the all required information is provided in the final proposal within given timeframe
  • Coordinate the participation of appropriate personnel in the proposal development process. Liaise with the sales, proposals and operations teams throughout the proposal generation to ensure that the proposal and strategy meets the business needs.
  • Prepare budgets for proposals by interacting with operational departments to coordinate budgets and assumptions. You will also prepare budgets and specifications for contracts for new business awards

Role Requirements 

 

To be considered for this opportunity you should have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a science or business subject.
  • At least 1 year of experience within a pharmaceutical; clinical research or healthcare environment, preferably in a Proposals role or very similar
  • You will have excellent numeracy, communication and organizational skills
  • Excellent Excel Skills
  • You will be a self-starter who is able to work independently and remain highly motivated in a high-paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability and willingness to travel at least 5% of the time (international and domestic: fly and drive)

Benefits of Working at ICON

 

Other than working with a great team of smart and energetic people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package. This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.

 

We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.

 

What’s Next?

 

Following your application you will be contacted by one of our dedicated recruiters.

 

ICON is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/D/V and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

 

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