Proposals Development Associate (Proposal Writer)
- Sofia, Dublin
- ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
- Proposals
- Office Based
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- Full Service Division
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Proposals Development Associate II - Ireland, Dublin
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
Job Title: Proposal Development Associate
Location: Hybrid Contract (3 days office-based) from Dublin, Ireland OR Sofia, Bulgaria
We are currently seeking a Proposals Development Associate to join our diverse and dynamic team specifically dedicated to the outsourced partnerships team. As a Proposals Development Associate at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in the development of client proposals, contributing to the success of our clinical trial projects, and advancing innovative treatments and therapies in healthcare.
What You Will Be Doing:
Respond to any RFI queries related to the outsourced business model in relation to new business.
Leading the preparation and development of client proposals, including cost estimates, timelines, and scope of work documents. A key part of this role is to create the strategic narrative and templates to encapsulate how ICON would be the best option for the potential partnership .
Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams where required to ensure proposal accuracy and completeness.
Conducting comprehensive research and analysis to understand client requirements, competitive landscape, and market trends, informing proposal development strategies.
Managing proposal process workflows, including tracking proposal status, coordinating review cycles, and ensuring adherence to internal processes and timelines.
Maintaining proposal templates, databases, and other tools to support efficient and effective proposal development and management.
Your Profile:
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field.
Experience in proposal development, clinical research, or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with proposal management software or CRM systems is a plus.
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What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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