[Hiring] Proposals Development Associate @ICON plc

Role Description

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).

• Lead, coordinate and prepare client focused proposals, budgets and client grids for new business opportunities.
• Ensure that all required information is provided in the final proposal within the 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.
• Prepare budgets and specifications for contracts for new business awards.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent numeracy, communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent Excel Skills.
• 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).

Requirements

• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.