Proposals and Contracts Senior Manager (0.5 FTE)

About the role

TFS HealthScience, a global mid-size Contract Research Organization (CRO), is hiring a part-time (0.5 FTE) Proposals and Contracts Senior Manager for its CDS Dermatology team in Barcelona. The role provides complete business support for the business development team, from client meetings through proposal generation to closing of contracts.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex proposal, contract and change order processes, delivering client-facing documents and project budgets on time and accurately.
• Act as senior subject matter expert and key point of contact for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Lead negotiations with clients, Legal, Business Development and operational teams on contractual terms, budgets, Letters of Intent, Start-up Agreements, Work Orders and Change Orders.
• Provide commercial guidance and recommendations to senior leadership and project teams during negotiations.
• Build strong client relationships and understand each client's contractual requirements and working practices.
• Support workload management and prioritisation within the Proposals & Contracts team to meet deadlines and quality expectations.
• Ensure compliance with TFS SOPs, processes, policies and quality standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in the CRO industry, including proposal development, budget generation, contracts management, clinical research, business development or sales.
• Demonstrated expertise in proposal writing, contract negotiation, budget development and commercial operations within a CRO.
• Strong understanding of clinical research, drug development processes and CRO business operations.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in CRM systems such as Salesforce.

What we offer

• A competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.