PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• Participate in the development, support and on-going maintenance of all costing tools and associated modules.
• Support Business Development in the winning of new business for ICON
• Support Client Contract Services in the management of contract and change orders
• Recognize, exemplify, understand, and adhere to ICON’s values which center around our commitment to People, Clients, and Performance.  
• To ensure the operational effectiveness of Business Development through development, maintenance, and training responsibilities applicable to costing systems.

JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

To ensure the operational effectiveness of Business Development through development, maintenance, and training responsibilities applicable to systems and analysis.

• Work with other ICON Regions and divisions to develop and maintain the GPT.
• 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 the efficiency of the department
• Proactively 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 timeframe
• Train and mentor Systems Analysts as appropriate.
• Evaluate Systems Analysts for ongoing performance reviews (PRP)
• Assist the Directors, 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, in addition to day-to-day duties
• Comply with ICON administrative, training and human resources policies*
• Ability and willingness to travel at least 10% of the time (international and domestic: fly and drive)*

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (US)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical / CRO industry or equivalent
• Prior experience in proposal development or outsourcing and/or relevant related experience/qualifications
• Prior experience in (Sponsor) outsourcing management (Contract and Change Orders) and/or relevant related experience/qualifications
• Good understanding of industry cost drivers
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be a self-starter, pro-active and professional with an ability to function in a high-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluency in English and excellent written English skills are essential
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft excel, Microsoft word and Microsoft outlook.

• Due to the nature of this position it may be required for the employee to travel.  Therefore, dependent on the employees location, the employee may be required to possess a valid Drivers license

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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.

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