Proposal Opportunity : ICON Early Phase (Home Based working possible)

Proposals Development Associate (PDA I / II / Senior)

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.

ICON’s Early Phase proposals team is comprised of high performing professionals who take pride in delivering timely, customer-focused proposals for clinical pharmacology and scientific support services.

As a member of the Proposals Team, 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). 

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
• Chair kick-off, budget and strategy meetings as appropriate and 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
• Leading multiple, complex proposal opportunities simultaneously while adhering to fast paced deadlines and high quality standard
• Critiquing, reviewing, and approving proposal deliverables as appropriate prepared by other proposal team members.

Required Skills

• Ability and confidence to work independently, make sound decisions, and escalate appropriately in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong writing, communication, and critiquing skills
• Strong analytical, project management, and planning skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively and confidently with senior members of the organization
• Ability to balance strong attention to detail with overall business and deliverable objectives
• Ability to react quickly to change while meeting strict client deadlines and quality standards
• You will have excellent numeracy, communication and organizational skills
• If you have prior proposals experience, you will have the ability to evaluate RFPs and  have an understanding of industry cost drivers and costing algorithms
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 5% of the time (international and domestic: fly and drive).

Required Experience

• With a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, you will ideally have previous experience in the CRO/Pharmaceutical industry or equivalent relevant work experience
• A minimum of 3+ years of related industry and/or proposals experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity/experience with Phase I /II protocols preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat) required.

Benefits of Working in 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 and if successful we will be able to provide you with more details about this opportunity.

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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