Associate Director Contracts and Proposals

Company Description

TMC Pharma Services Ltd is a global full-service CRO of support services for the pharmaceutical industry. Our team has a history of successful project deliveries within pharmaceutical research, including Regulatory Affairs, Clinical & Project Management, Medical and Pharmacovigilance. We work with clients ranging from biotech start-ups to blue-chip multinationals in Europe, the USA, and beyond.

Role Description

This is a full-time, hybrid role (3 days in the office) for an Associate Director, Contracts and Proposals. You will be responsible for leading the proposals and contract management function globally for the commercial team including the development, negotiation and management of contracts and proposals related to all aspects of supporting clinical research projects and will work closely with the TMC senior team.

Experience/Skills

• Pharmaceutical Contract Research Organisation (CRO) industry experience is essential
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in contracts and proposals management within the clinical research or pharmaceutical industry, ideally within a CRO setting. This would include working in proposals, contracts, or business development roles.
• Thorough understanding of the client journey in the CRO industry, clinical operations, regulatory requirements, data management and the drug development process.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with TMC clients, staff and vendors.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal); able to clearly articulate opinions in concise and persuasive manner. Comfortable speaking in front of groups and/or leading meetings.
• Detail oriented with outstanding follow through skills to provide excellent customer service.
• Outstanding work ethic and proven ability to successfully handle multiple, high urgency requests in a timely and effective manner without compromising quality.
• Strong project management and organisational skills. Able to create detailed project plans, including an understanding of dependencies as well as critical path elements for larger, more involved projects.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Law or a related field; advanced degree preferred e.g. Master’s degree (MBA, MSc), or professional qualification related to clinical research or business.