Proposal Writer

Role Description

Proposal Writer at Syneos Health® is responsible for leading strategy development conveyed in proposal documents, ensuring alignment with Syneos Health style, branding, messaging, and business objectives.

• Collaborates with internal stakeholders (e.g., BD, operational, medical, finance, and proposals) to develop concise, creative strategies that effectively articulate customer needs and win themes critical to generating new business awards.
• Creates high-quality, customized and compelling proposal documents focused on customer solutions that highlight company differentiation, innovation and operational strategy.
• Actively drives the proposal strategy from concept through final delivery.
• Engages in shaping study-specific strategy by making recommendations for cross-organizational services, tools, and technology that differentiate the organization from the competition.
• Challenges stakeholders to think creatively, proposing innovative solutions that align with customer and patient needs.
• Researches each assigned project indication, applying learnings to inform discussions, as well as strategy and content development.
• Drives actions by clearly communicating project milestones and team member responsibilities, allowing flexibility to adapt as priorities shift while maintaining a balance between acquiring necessary input and customer deadlines.
• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders and decision makers to expedite problem solving and promote seamless collaboration.
• Approaches projects with enthusiasm, supporting ongoing engagement of team members.
• Identifies key content for archiving and proactively fills content gaps, developing new content that enhances Syneos Health competitive position.
• Serves as the document owner and writer for high-profile RFPs, RFIs, and proactive outreach projects, synthesizing input from multiple contributors into cohesive, persuasive narratives.
• Takes an active role in resolving conflicts and removing barriers to maintain progress toward high-quality deliverables, with support as needed.
• Meets deadlines consistently by establishing priorities and target dates for document contributions, review, and approval by key stakeholders including executive leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in life sciences, marketing, communications, business administration or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in the CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry including technical writing, communications, or marketing experience. Proposal experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the drug development process including functional operations and regulatory guidelines and directives.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate scientific and business information (e.g., clinical trial protocols) and use conclusions to write persuasive and technical sales documents.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft® Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience with SharePoint and additional industry-related tools preferred (e.g., AI).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Strong project and process management skills with ability to lead and mentor others.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy, quality, and detail.
• Ability to comfortably engage with executive and senior management.
• Ability to be flexible, adapt to change and work independently, as well as collaborate as part of a team in a matrix environment.
• Resourceful and proactive.
• Ability to multitask under tight deadlines on several projects with specific and unique requirements, while maintaining attention to detail and high-quality work.
• Keen observer, listener, and communicator with problem-solving abilities.
• Strong orientation toward customer service and high level of personal responsibility and quality.
• Passion for turning complex ideas into compelling stories.

Requirements

• One to two (1-2) years of experience in the CRO, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry including technical writing, communications or marketing experience. Proposal and contract experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to occasionally move about inside the office to access filing cabinets, office equipment, etc. and to move between office locations.
• Ability to maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally manipulate (e.g., lift, carry, move) office items and packages of light to medium weights of 10-35 pounds.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment (e.g., scanner, phone, printer, copier).
• Ability to perceive and assess written materials for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to frequently communicate with colleagues on the phone, by email, and in-person.

Benefits

• Company car or car allowance.
• Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Company match 401k.
• Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time.