Proposal Writer

Proposal Writer

Syneos Health is a leading fully integrated life sciences services organization dedicated to accelerating customer success across the drug development and commercialization continuum.

• Lead strategy development conveyed in proposal documents, ensuring alignment with Syneos Health style, branding, messaging, and business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (BD, operations, medical, finance, proposals) to develop concise, creative strategies that articulate customer needs and win themes critical for new business awards.
• Create high‑quality, customized and compelling proposal documents focused on customer solutions that highlight company differentiation, innovation, and operational strategy.
• Actively drive the proposal strategy from concept through final delivery and shape study‑specific strategy by recommending cross‑organizational services, tools, and technology.
• Challenge stakeholders to think creatively, proposing innovative solutions aligned with customer and patient needs.
• Research each assigned project indication, applying learnings to inform discussions, strategy, and content development.
• Communicate project milestones and team member responsibilities clearly, maintaining flexibility to adapt as priorities shift while balancing input acquisition and customer deadlines.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and decision makers to expedite problem solving and promote seamless collaboration.
• Identify key content for archiving and proactively fill content gaps, developing new content that enhances Syneos Health’s competitive position.
• Serve as the document owner and writer for high‑profile RFPs, RFIs, and proactive outreach projects, synthesizing input from multiple contributors into cohesive, persuasive narratives.
• Take an active role in resolving conflicts and removing barriers to maintain progress toward high‑quality deliverables with support as needed.
• Meet deadlines consistently by establishing priorities and target dates for document contributions, review, and approval by key stakeholders including executive leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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, 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 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 engage with executive and senior management comfortably.
• Flexibility to adapt to change, work independently, and collaborate as part of a team in a matrix environment.
• Resourceful and proactive with the capability to multitask under tight deadlines on multiple projects.
• Strong orientation toward customer service and a high level of personal responsibility and quality.
• Passion for turning complex ideas into compelling stories.

The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.