Alimentiv is a global CRO with a singular focus: advancing therapies for patients with gastrointestinal diseases. GI is our WHY and for more than 30 years that purpose has driven our scientific rigour, operational excellence, and deep therapeutic expertise, including supporting more than 70% of IBD compounds in development.
We operate as a private, profit-with-purpose company, channeling our commercial success back into scientific research, technology, and our people. With approximately 700 people across multiple countries and three service lines, we are growing deliberately, and the capability of our leaders and our organization is central to how we get there.
If you want to do meaningful work, build something real, and invest back in research that changes lives — we want to meet you!
Job Overview
As a Senior Proposal Specialist, you will support the Business Development team in developing high-priority and complex proposals, Statements of Work (SOWs) and budgets for Sponsors. Working closely with Business Development Managers, clinical subject matter experts and operational teams, you will help develop accurate, customised and commercially competitive responses to RFPs and RFIs.
You will play a key role in coordinating internal stakeholders, developing and refining clinical trial costings, supporting client discussions and ensuring proposal responses are accurate, complete and aligned with Sponsor requirements.
Key Responsabilities:
Develop and coordinate complex proposal responses and Statements of Work (SOWs) in line with RFP requirements and Sponsor expectations.
Work closely with Business Development Managers and clinical/operational subject matter experts to develop proposal strategies and content.
Review proposal requirements, assumptions, endpoints, patient-reported outcomes (PROs), demographics and other study-specific considerations to ensure accurate responses.
Develop initial clinical trial costing assumptions and populate CRO costings, working with clinical experts to refine and finalise budgets.
Obtain and incorporate pre-award budgets from vendors and site partners and ensure overall costing is accurate and ready for executive review.
Coordinate internal contributors, manage actions and timelines, and ensure all required proposal content is delivered on schedule.
Support BD Managers with RFIs, client meetings, budget discussions, presentations and, where required, bid defence activities.
Clearly communicate and explain final costing assumptions to internal and external stakeholders and support amendments, updates and change orders.
Conduct market research and literature reviews when required to strengthen the accuracy and quality of proposal responses.
Contribute to BD tools, reporting and process improvements, and support project hand-off activities for awarded studies and Sponsors.
Skills & Qualifications
Post-secondary certificate/diploma required; a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Science or a related discipline, is an advantage.
4–6 years of relevant experience preferred, with an equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
Previous budget development/costing experience within a CRO and/or clinical trials environment is mandatory.
Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and the ability to interpret study requirements and translate them into accurate proposals and budgets.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to work with both internal teams and external Sponsors.
Highly detail-oriented, analytical and logical, with a structured and process-driven approach to problem solving.
Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts.
Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
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In addition, as an Alimentiv Employee, you’re also eligible for the following programs:
- Education Reimbursement program for full-time employees
- Monthly Cell Phone and Remote Work Allowance (dependent on role eligibility)
- One time office setup allowance (can be used to purchase a scanner/printer, extra monitor, office furniture, etc.)
- Working while visiting program – up to 4 weeks per year!
- Flexible Summer Hours Program from May – September
- Employee referral incentive – we know great people know other great people, and we think that warrants recognition!
- Full-time employees also become beneficiaries of the Alimentiv Trust after one year of employment, and permanent members after 5 years of employment
- Optional formal mentorship program (Alimentorship); country/region annual social events in person; leadership development programs for people leaders in accordance with your seniority; social committee and several other optional initiatives designed to support you in feeling like part of the Alimentiv team!
Additional benefits may be available depending on the country of employment and are subject to local policies and eligibility.
- End-to-end GI clinical trial services, from protocol design through submission support
- Central medical imaging management and endoscopic reading
- Precision medicine and biomarker solutions
- Real-world evidence and clinical consulting
- Histopathology and lab services through AcelaBio
To apply for this position, please submit your resume through the Alimentiv Careers Portal or via LinkedIn’s Easy Apply. Resumes must be submitted in English.
Alimentiv is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Accommodations are available upon request for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Requests can be directed to [email protected] .