Proposal Manager – Writing
Worldwide Clinical Trials
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Serbia
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About the role
- Lead the development of compelling proposals, including writing, coordinating, and presenting responses using Word, PowerPoint, and other formats.
- Collaborate with Account Directors and subject matter experts (SMEs) to manage the end-to-end proposal process.
- Contribute to strategic planning discussions to ensure clear articulation of product and service offerings.
- Edit, proofread, and revise proposal content for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
- Ensure timely delivery by setting priorities and managing deadlines for content gathering, reviews, and approvals.
- Gather and synthesize information from internal sources and SMEs, minimizing direct content requests where possible.
- Support continuous improvement by mentoring junior writers and contributing to proposal process enhancements.
Requirements
- Demonstrated strength in writing, project management, and time management to deliver high-quality proposals on schedule.
- Proven ability to mentor junior proposal writers and maintain accurate, up-to-date content libraries.
- Strong leadership and influencing skills, with experience engaging executive and C-suite stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
- Deep understanding of the proposal development lifecycle, business operations, and commercial strategy.
- Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with keen attention to detail and prioritization.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with strong self-motivation and sound judgment.
- Strong customer relationship management and commercial acumen, with proven negotiation skills and a results-driven mindset.
- Demonstrated ability to build effective, culturally aware global teams and peer relationships, with strong organizational agility.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in CRO/pharmaceutical business development, operations, or proposal writing, with a solid understanding of study design and project management.
- Bachelor’s degree required (Life Sciences, Communications, Journalism, or Marketing preferred); advanced degree a plus.
- Ability to work independently and analyze processes effectively.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Professional development budget
- Home office setup allowance
- Global team events
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
proposal writingproject managementtime managementcontent editingcontent proofreadingcontent revisionanalytical skillsnegotiation skillsstudy designproposal development lifecycle
Soft skills
leadershipinfluencing skillscommunication skillsattention to detailorganizational agilityself-motivationjudgmentcustomer relationship managementmentoringcultural awareness