At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
Join Our Team: Senior Manager - Strategy Development
Are you ready to take your strategic prowess to the next level? Join the dynamic RWS strategy development group and become an integral part of shaping our future success! We're on the lookout for a Senior Manager – Strategy Development who thrives on crafting compelling proposals, presentations, and pitches tailored to the unique needs of our potential clients.
As a liaison between RWS Solutions Architects, solutions strategy leads, and proposals and operations teams, you'll be at the forefront of driving our "Win Rate" to new heights. Your mission? Articulate strategic solutions that not only meet client needs but also fuel ICON's objectives in revenue and performance growth.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate on delivering top-notch, client-focused proposals and early engagements within designated timeframes.
Champion adherence to our proposal process, ensuring efficiency and excellence every step of the way.
Dive deep into client requirements from incoming RFPs, collaborating with operations and proposals teams to design winning strategies.
Lead Operations and Proposal Development Associates through the strategic components of proposals, from kick-off meetings to opportunity-specific discussions.
Proactively engage operational teams from all functional areas to ensure alignment and maximize strategic contributions.
Provide unwavering support to meet proposal submission timelines, demonstrating your commitment to excellence.
Stand ready to support bid defense preparation meetings and other client interactions as needed.
Contribute insights to enhance processes and tools, elevating the accuracy and quality of our proposals and contracts.
Embrace a culture of continuous improvement, actively participating in departmental enhancements and special projects.
Collaborate seamlessly across teams and departments to solve challenges and drive innovation.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients at all levels, fostering strong relationships and clear understanding.
Demonstrate resourcefulness and agility in problem-solving, always seeking optimal solutions.
Lead by example, consistently delivering high-quality work and inspiring excellence in others.
Why Join Us?
Shape the future: Your strategic insights will directly impact our success and growth trajectory. Collaborative culture: Work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference.
Professional development: Expand your skills and expertise through ongoing learning and mentorship.
Impactful work: Be part of a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to our clients' most pressing challenges.
Requirements:
Candidates must have at minimum 9 years of experience working in clinical research with at least 5 supporting Late-Phase Trials for a CRO.
Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in proposal process development and experience with strategic writing.
Candidates should have the confidence to work directly with key stakeholders both internally and external to help drive process forward.
Candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills and a project management mindset.
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON 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, color, 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 through the form below.
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON 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, color, 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 through the form below.
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