Clinical Trials Proposal Manager

Psi CRO Ag; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Proposal Manager to coordinate and enhance their proposal process. This role involves collaborating with global teams to create high-quality proposals that meet client needs while maintaining a remarkable win rate. You will lead strategy calls, develop budgets, and ensure timely delivery of RFP milestones. The company prides itself on its inclusive culture and commitment to quality, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about impactful proposal writing. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the pharmaceutical industry through innovative and strategic proposal development.

Qualifications

• Minimum four-year degree required; experience in managing clinical trial proposals.
• Strong writing, analytical, and time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of proposal process to maintain a high win rate.
• Develop strategic proposals and manage RFP calendars effectively.

Skills

Writing and editing skills

Analytical skills

Time management and organization skills

Flexibility and creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CLARITY

VISIONAL

Job description

PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) with about 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Originated in Switzerland, PSI is a privately owned, full-service CRO with a global reach, supporting clinical trials across multiple countries and continents. Our reputation for being highly selective about the projects we undertake highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, timely services across a broad spectrum of therapeutic indications.

At PSI, we foster an environment where a diverse range of colleagues feel welcomed and valued. Our inclusive culture is a cornerstone of our success, enabling us to attract and retain top talent globally.

We are not just about conducting clinical trials; we are about building a community where every team member has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Description

At PSI, Proposal Manager coordinates all phases of PSI’s proposal process while maintaining the company’s win rate of 30% and higher. You will contribute to everything from RFP strategy to bid defense slide decks. You will partner with global teams of subject matter experts from Feasibility, Medical Affairs, Project Management, Clinical Operations, Budgeting, and Business Development to rapidly produce winning proposals.

This proposal development will include:

• Developing high-quality strategic proposals thatmeet our clients’ needs
• Preparing viable RFP calendars and ensuring RFP milestones are met by all involved individuals in a timely manner
• Organizing, attending, and leading strategy calls for RFPs
• Developing draft budgets in CLARITY
• Contributing to study modeling in VISIONAL
• Reviewing clients’ specifications, obtaining quality feedback from various stakeholders within the company
• Working with the budgeting team to develop competitive final budgets
• Preparing vendor RFPs and obtaining vendor quotes
• Providing support for bid defense meetings

Qualifications

• A minimum of a four-year degree from an accredited college or University
• Experience managing full-service clinical trial proposals at a CRO
• Writing and editing skills
• Analytical skills
• Time management and organization skills
• Flexibility and creativity in responding to potential clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Additional Information

This is a creative tight-knit team of professionals motivated by producing quality proposals that resonate with our customers. Our culture is open, collaborative, and purposeful. We’re now looking for talented people who don’t believe in one-size-fits-all templates and have a passion for writing proposals that get read and remembered.