Proposals Development Associate I - Lab Services

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; Laboratory Operations; Scientific Affairs).

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, coordinate and prepare client focused proposals, budgets and client grids for new business opportunities and ensure that all the 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

To be considered for this opportunity you should have:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a Science or Business subject
• Previous professional experience within the CRO, Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industry within the Laboratory environment
• Ability to evaluate RFPs and identify critical issues and questions and also the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• You will be a self-starter who is able to work independently and remain highly motivated in a high-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent numeracy, communication and organizational skills
• Ability to read and understand clinical trial protocol, Schedule of events and basic knowledge of testing associated
• 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)

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

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• 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.

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