About this Proposal Developer 1 - IQL Laboratories role at IQVIA
Proposal Developer 1 – Role Overview
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic global business team responsible for developing budgets and proposals that support our Laboratory (IQVIA Laboratories) division.
The role offers a strong learning path and is ideal for someone who wants to grow into a world‑class business analyst. Strong communication skills and solid Excel knowledge are essential for success.
What You Will Do
As a Proposal Developer 1, you will support the global sales team by preparing high‑quality budgets, proposals, and related documentation.
Your key responsibilities include:
Proposal & Budget Development
Review Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and extract all necessary information for proposal text and budget creation.
Prepare proposal text, budgets, rebids, and supporting documents.
Ensure all scopes of work are clear and that budgets accurately reflect project expectations.
Collaboration & Support
Work closely with the proposal development team and assist other Proposal Developers when needed.
Collaborate with cross‑functional internal stakeholders to develop and deliver high‑quality, compliant proposals.
Join strategy calls to clarify customer requirements and identify inconsistencies in the provided information.
Quality, Compliance & Documentation
Edit and review documents for quality and accuracy before final submission.
Ensure all proposals follow relevant internal processes and compliance requirements.
Update and maintain corporate databases and ensure all tracking reports contain accurate information.
Participate in departmental initiatives and occasional customer meetings.
Additional Duties
Support preliminary agreements and related scopes of work.
Contribute to continuous improvement within the department.
Perform other tasks as assigned.
What You Bring
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in proposals, budgeting, or a similar role (or a combination of education and relevant experience).
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
Understanding of costing models and the ability to interpret RFPs and study protocols.
Familiarity with the CRO (Clinical Research Organization) industry is a plus.
Soft Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, managers, and customers.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
