ICON

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.

Proposals Strategy Developer

Responsibilities

Participates in the delivery of high quality client-focused proposals, early engagements and ballpark opportunities within given timeframe

• Adhere to the proposal process
• Evaluate and understand client requirements for incoming Request for Proposals (RFPs) and work with operations and proposals teams to design and articulate a compelling strategy
• Proactively engage the appropriate personnel including Operational teams from all functional areas (eg PM, Epi PCS etc.) that may contribute to strategy.
• Provide consistent support to meet proposal submission timelines
• Provide input to the development of processes and tools to improve the quality of proposals and contracts
• Comply with ICON administrative, training and human resources policies
• Provides input to departmental process improvements and participate in special projects periodically assigned, in addition to day-to-day duties
• As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
• Works well with other individuals and departments to solve problems.
• Communicates effectively with others at all levels within the organization and with clients/vendors.
• Capable of seeking and implementing standard and alternative solutions to problems.
• Anticipates problems before they occur and seeks solutions (risk mitigation).
• Does not let obstacles prevent completion of assignment, proactively seeks appropriate alternative solutions.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness; promotes the development of new ideas and solutions.
• Consistently produce high-quality work.

What you will need

• Real World Solutions/Studies experience
• Experience in or keen interest in research
• Previous Strategic writing experience
• Excellent command of the English language
• Be a self starter and energetic
• Ability to work under pressure

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.

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