• Creating formal written quotes and proposals based on client specifications and knowledge of laboratory services. • Ensuring that the lab has the appropriate certifications and can meet any technical specifications. • Collaborating efforts and activities with those of outside sales account managers and technical staff, as needed. • Transition project wins from Business Development to Project Management. • Additional job duties as assigned.

• Ability to contribute reliably and consistently (buying guides, tutorials, and news) under tight deadlines. • Willing to input work into our in-house CMS, as well as find and format images, according to our guidelines. • Stay up to date on the latest computing news, products, and hardware updates. • Coordinate with the editorial team for assignments and feedback.

• Drive Proposal Success • Collaborate with proposal managers and sales leaders to develop persuasive, differentiated proposal content that wins business. • Conduct thorough market and therapeutic area research to ensure proposals are informed, relevant, and compelling. • Contribute strategic insights to planning meetings—identifying client needs, recommending study approaches, and ensuring feasible, high-quality solutions. • Own the proposal development process from strategy through delivery, managing timelines and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned. • Master Contract Development • Partner with contract specialists to develop clear, compelling contract language that protects Parexel while meeting client expectations. • Navigate complex contractual requirements and MSAs with confidence. • Identify potential issues early and work collaboratively to resolve them before signature. • Build Organizational Excellence • Maintain and enhance our proposal and contract templates, ensuring they're current and accessible. • Contribute to case studies and thought leadership materials. • Share lessons learned with the team to continuously improve our processes. • Mentor and support junior team members as you grow into a leadership role.

Role Description Join Our Team as a Strategic Proposal Writer in our Proposals and Contracts team. This is a homebased role based in the UK or Ireland. Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for crafting winning proposals? We're looking for a talented Strategic Proposal Writer to join our dynamic team at Parexel, a leading Clinical Research Organization. In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of our business development efforts, working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to create compelling, client-winning proposals and contracts. You'll combine strategic thinking with creative writing to differentiate our offerings in a competitive market. What You'll Be Doing - Drive Proposal Success: - Collaborate with proposal managers and sales leaders to develop persuasive, differentiated proposal content that wins business. - Conduct thorough market and therapeutic area research to ensure proposals are informed, relevant, and compelling. - Contribute strategic insights to planning meetings—identifying client needs, recommending study approaches, and ensuring feasible, high-quality solutions. - Own the proposal development process from strategy through delivery, managing timelines and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned. - Master Contract Development: - Partner with contract specialists to develop clear, compelling contract language that protects Parexel while meeting client expectations. - Navigate complex contractual requirements and MSAs with confidence. - Identify potential issues early and work collaboratively to resolve them before signature. - Build Organizational Excellence: - Maintain and enhance our proposal and contract templates, ensuring they're current and accessible. - Contribute to case studies and thought leadership materials. - Share lessons learned with the team to continuously improve our processes. - Mentor and support junior team members as you grow into a leadership role. Qualifications - Experienced: You bring very strong proposal and/or contract management experience from a CRO or similar organization. - Detail-Oriented: You have an exceptional eye for accuracy and quality, with strong organizational skills that let you juggle multiple priorities seamlessly. - Strategic Communicator: You write with clarity and impact, crafting language that resonates with clients and differentiates our solutions. - Global Mindset: You understand the nuances of clinical research across different regions and cultures, with experience working in multinational environments. - Team Player: You're confident collaborating across all levels, from frontline staff to senior executives, and you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment. - Tech-Savvy: You're proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), design tools, and database systems. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Communication, Design, Business, or equivalent field. MBA preferred. - Fluency in English and local language (written and oral). - Comprehensive understanding of clinical study conduct and contractual frameworks. - Proven ability to craft compelling, differentiated proposal strategies. Benefits - Make an Impact: Your work directly influences which studies Parexel wins, shaping our growth and success. - Grow Your Career: Potential for line management responsibilities and mentoring opportunities. - Work with the Best: Collaborate with talented proposal specialists, sales leaders, and clinical experts. - Global Reach: Be part of a multinational organization working across diverse therapeutic areas and regions. Ready to Make Your Mark? If you're an experienced proposal writer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join Parexel and help shape the future of clinical research!