Strategic Proposal Writer

Parexel

$90K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of proposal writing experience in CRO or related fields
  • Experience with FSP models is highly advantageous
  • Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Communication, Design, Business, or related field; MBA preferred
  • Fluent in English and a local language, both written and oral
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and design tools

Responsibilities

  • Drive proposal success by collaborating with managers and sales to create compelling content
  • Conduct in-depth research on markets and therapies to inform proposals
  • Contribute strategic insights in planning meetings, addressing client needs and study approaches
  • Own the proposal development process from strategy through to delivery
  • Enhance proposal and contract templates for accessibility and relevance
  • Contribute to case studies and thought leadership materials
  • Mentor junior team members while growing into a leadership position

Benefits

  • Flexible home-based work arrangement
  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship
  • Involvement in strategic planning and decision-making processes
  • Access to ongoing training and development resources
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced professionals
Full Job Description
Home Based US

Join Our Team as a Strategic Proposal Writer in our Proposals and Contracts team. We are seeking FSO & FSP Proposal Writing experience within CRO industry.

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.

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.

Who You Are

Experienced: You bring very strong proposal and/or contract management experience from a CRO or similar organization. FSP experience highly advantageous.

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.

What We're Looking For

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 FSP models, clinical study conduct and contractual frameworks. Proven ability to craft compelling, differentiated proposal strategies.

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