Business Information Associate II

Company: ICON Clinical Research
Location: Charleston
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

**Business Information Associate II**
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organizations.
With our patients at the center of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
ICON is currently looking to add a Business Information Associate II to join our growing team in supporting our Business Development efforts. This position is remote and is based in the US.
**The Role:**
Under the direction of the Business Information Manager, this individual will assist with creation and maintenance of records within the Business Information system, as well as providing support to internal Sales teams as directed by his manager. This position will play a pivotal role in entering client profiles and market research data in the system, and ensuring data consistency and integrity across organizational units that utilize this system.
**Job Functions/Responsibilities:**
+ Research accounts and identify new opportunities for ICON.
+ Generate reports to highlight increases in RFPs, face-to-face meetings, and new account penetration.
+ Generate client interest for potential webinars, industry meetings and audio conferences.
+ Attend internal business development calls and meetings to discuss new opportunities and the overall sales pipeline.
+ Support early engagement opportunities.
+ Maintain and manage Sales Force database (SF.com) with all sales activity.
+ Share time sensitive news alerts from reputed pharma/biotech magazines mainly focused on clinical developments and updates; financial overview and outlook; acquisitions and strategic alliances; expansions and leadership changes.
+ Assist in the preparation of Account Plans.
+ Assist with ad hoc requests in preparation of upcoming client meetings.
+ Support Business Development in the winning of new business for ICON.
+ Provide oversight and input on strategic and preferred provider opportunities, as needed.
+ Ensure quality, accuracy and consistency of ICON information used for business development and marketing purposes.
+ Develop and maintain filing and tracking tools in accordance with accepted practices.
+ Provide back up to the Senior Manager, Business Information as required.
+ Assist with continuous departmental process improvements and participate in special projects periodically assigned, in addition to day-to-day duties.
+ Recognize, exemplify, and adhere to ICON's values that center on our commitment to People, Clients, and Performance.
**What you will need:**
Qualifications: Minimum Undergraduate degree or its international equivalent from an accredited institution required or equivalent experience.
Experience: 1-2 years preferably with a background/knowledge in healthcare/life sciences; Preferable 2-3 years of CRO experience.
Job Details: Full time position reporting to Manager, Business Information * Salary: Negotiable. Includes good benefits package.
Required skills:
+ Functional knowledge of MS Excel & PowerPoint.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Good time management skills.

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