Who we are
We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.
We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.
Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.
Why Worldwide
We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!
What the Late Stage Business Development Operations Department does at Worldwide
Business Development Operations is a team of highly experienced Business Development professionals who drive significant bookings targets and support Worldwide’s strategic position in a competitive market through a culture of collaboration and innovation.
This tenured team supports a strong portfolio of existing business as well as being responsible for the continued significant growth of Worldwide’s future pipeline and sponsors. The team is accountable for overall sales performance, the profitable achievement of sales goals, and for aligning sales objectives with the Worldwide’s therapeutic and commercial strategies.
What the Proposal Manager, Writing does at Worldwide
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.
What you will bring to the role
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.
Your experience
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.
We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.
To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.
Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.
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