Director of Proposal Writing

Medpace, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO and comprehensive benefits

WFH after training

Job summary

Medpace, Inc. in London seeks an office-based Director of Proposals to lead the Clinical Operations team.

The role collaborates with medical experts and senior managers to shape the operational strategy for new business development and directly manages the proposal team. Responsibilities include mentoring writers, reviewing RFPs, coordinating with Business Development and Operations, and driving continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree minimum; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of project management/clinical trial management experience in clinical research; CRO experience preferred.
• Superior time management, planning and organizational skills, written and verbal communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Advanced knowledge of drug development, clinical trial management and GCP guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to interact face-to-face with Sponsors and represent the company in outside settings.

Responsibilities

• Mentor/Lead Proposal Writers in the preparation of strategic proposals, rebids, and exhibits with quality control and timelines.
• Review RFPs, identify capacity issues, and negotiate deadlines with Business Development Executives as needed.
• Participate in pre-RFP client meetings and partner with cross-functional teams to design proposals.
• Contribute strategic operational content to proposals and revise content for clarity and impact.
• Lead the enhancement of proposal development tools and processes; stay current with industry tactics.

Skills

Leadership

Proposal development

Project management

Writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Medpace is currently seeking an office based Director of Proposals to join our Clinical Operations team at our London office. The Director will collaborate closely with our medical experts and senior functional managers to create the operational strategy for new business development opportunities. This will include direct management of the proposal team.

Responsibilities

• Mentor/Lead Proposal Writers in the preparation of compelling, strategic proposals, rebids, and exhibits, including rigorous quality control and timeline adherence;
• Review RFPs, identify any capacity issues, and negotiate deadlines with Business Development Executives, as needed;
• Participate in pre-RFP client meetings;
• Partner with Business Development, Medical and Operational personnel to design effective proposals;
• Contribute strategic operational content to proposals;
• Review and revise proposal content as needed to ensure a clear, compelling strategy to execute the trial is articulated;
• Participate in client discussions and requests for information following delivery of proposal;
• Lead the enhancement of proposal development tools and processes;
• Stay abreast of latest industry tactics and strategies regarding proposal development; and
• May be responsible for other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree minimum, advanced degree preferred;
• Highly-proficient employee with strong leadership, writing and problem solving skills;
• 5+ years of project management/clinical trial management experience in clinical research; CRO experience preferred;
• Must possess superior time management, planning and organizational skills, written and verbal communication skills, and quality decision-making skills;
• Advanced knowledge of drug development, clinical trial management and operational procedures, including GCP guidelines; and
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact face-to-face with Sponsors and represent company in outside settings.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• • Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• • Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
  • Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• • Office based environment with on-site mentors
  • Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
  • Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
  • Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
  • An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• • Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
  • Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
  • Company-sponsored social events

Please note benefits may vary based on country.