Senior Proposals Development Associate

Senior Proposals Development Associate - Ireland

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.

Role

As a Senior Proposals Development Associate at ICON, you will facilitate the development and preparation of proposals for clinical trials, thereby contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development, support and ongoing maintenance of all costing tools and associated modules.
• Support Business Development in winning new business for ICON.
• Support Client Contract Services in the management of contract and change orders.
• Adhere to ICON's values centered on People, Clients, and Performance.
• Ensure operational effectiveness of Business Development through development, maintenance, and training responsibilities applicable to costing systems.
• Work with other ICON Regions and divisions to develop and maintain costing tools.
• Participate in the development and improvement of current systems, tools, and processes.
• Maintain current systems, tools, and processes.
• Identify future needs and propose methods to best utilize technology to improve departmental efficiency.
• Assist in the identification of training and development requirements of potential users of Business Development systems and tools.
• Provide initial and ongoing training and support to all potential users of Business Development systems and tools.
• Support the team in delivering high quality client focused proposals, budgets and client grids for new business opportunities within given timeframes.
• Train and mentor Systems Analysts as appropriate.
• Assist Directors of Proposals and Client Contracts Services in developing and improving training and educational materials for Proposal Development Associates and Contract Analysts.
• Contribute to the development of processes and tools to improve the accuracy and quality of proposals and contracts.
• Assist with continuous departmental process improvements and participate in special projects periodically assigned.
• Comply with ICON administrative, training and human resources policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical/CRO industry or equivalent.
• Prior experience in proposal development, contract/change order development, outsourcing (Sponsor) and/or related experience/qualifications.
• Good understanding of industry cost drivers.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be a self starter, proactive and professional with the ability to function in a high paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be able to work independently, be highly motivated and a strong team player.
• The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Fluency in English and excellent written English skills are essential.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills and proficiency with Word and Outlook.

Benefits

• 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 independent specialized professionals who support you and your family's well being.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible country specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, and others.

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At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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.

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