At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global proposals and contracts processes in a dynamic CRO environment.
- Company: Join TFS HealthScience, a leading global Contract Research Organization.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in a collaborative culture.
- Other info: Be part of a passionate team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clinical development and patient lives with innovative professionals.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in proposals and contracts within a CRO; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
TFS HealthScience is a leading global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes full service-capabilities, resourcing and Functional Service (FSP) solutions.
About this role
As part of our team you will be working alongside passionate and innovative professionals to ensure our customers achieve their goals. The Proposals & Contracts Process Lead is responsible for developing and leading TFS's global proposals and contracts capability across Clinical Development Services. This role combines capability ownership, governance, process excellence, training, Salesforce/CRM expertise, and senior commercial support for strategic proposals, contracts, budgets, and change orders.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the global Subject Matter Expert for proposals, contracts, budgets, and change orders.
- Develop and maintain global standards, templates, tools, governance frameworks, and best practices.
- Lead training, onboarding, competency development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Drive quality oversight, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement across Business Units.
- Act as the Salesforce/CRM process lead, supporting adoption, data quality, and process improvements.
- Provide senior commercial support on complex proposals, contract negotiations, and strategic customer opportunities.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in proposals, contracts, budgeting, and commercial operations within a CRO environment.
- Proven experience developing global proposal and contract standards, processes, and governance frameworks.
- Experience designing and delivering training programs, competency frameworks, and process improvement initiatives.
- Extensive experience preparing budgets, proposals, contracts, and change orders for clients and vendors.
- Experience supporting proposals within Ophthalmology, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and/or Dermatology.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills with experience working across global teams.
What We Offer
We provide a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding environment. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of patients.
A Bit More About Us
Our journey began over 30 years ago in Sweden, in the city of Lund. As a full-service, global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we build solution-driven teams working towards a healthier future. Bringing together over 600 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 50 countries with flexible clinical development and strategic resourcing solutions across key therapeutic areas including Dermatology, Neuroscience, Oncology and Ophthalmology. Our core values of Trust, Quality, Passion, Flexibility, and Sustainability are our guiding light serving as the framework for decision-making at all levels of the organization. They assist us in attracting and retaining valuable talent who share our sentiments, resulting in high employee engagement and satisfaction. By aligning on these fundamental values, we cultivate a unified force, geared towards innovation and excellence. This collective effort propels us towards our shared goal and fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Together we make a difference.
Proposals and Contracts Process Lead employer: TFS HealthScience
As a forward-thinking global CRO, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. Located in Luton, our hybrid model allows for flexibility while providing comprehensive benefits and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, ensuring that you are supported every step of the way in your career journey.
