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Proposals Development Associate II

Dublin
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ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients, and suppliers.

About the Role

As a Proposals Development Associate II at ICON, you will contribute to the development of client proposals, advancing innovative treatments and therapies in healthcare.

What You Will Do

You will take responsibility for proposal development deliverables, applying your skills to ensure quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading the preparation and development of client proposals, including cost estimates, timelines, and scope of work documents.
  • Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, project management, and finance, to gather necessary information and 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.

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You will bring relevant proposal development experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of 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.
  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%)

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Employment

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

Rewards & Benefits

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.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply.

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Skills

Proposal development
Clinical research
Project management
Cost estimation
Scope of work development
Clinical operations
Finance
Market research
Data analysis
Workflow management
Microsoft Office
CRM systems
Communication
Organizational skills
Attention to detail

Location

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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