Proposal/Business Development Specialist

Essential Functions:     

• Creates and compiles materials for client-facing deliverables (pitches, capabilities statements, proposals and presentations, and other marketing collateral):
  • Participates in discussions to outline content direction and arrive at messaging and win themes
  • Researches client information, precedent material and other marketing assets to integrate into deliverables
  • Communicates with business development colleagues, lawyers and others to request content, solicit reviews
  • Drafts, edits, proofreads and compiles materials, sometimes as lead writer/project coordinator
• Creates proposal project plans to identify required components and manage deadlines
• Assists with tasks related to the proposal generation tool as well as other information repositories
• Assists pitch and proposal reporting across the BD&M Department and drives best practices
• Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives

The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Qualifications

Education/Training/Certifications: (required or preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Marketing, English or a communication field

Professional Experience: (required or preferred)

• At least 4 years of work experience in marketing, writing and project/production management in the professional services arena (e.g., law, accounting, or consulting) or in a comparable position in the corporate, trade association or academic sectors 
• Law firm and pitch/proposal experience a plus

Technical Skills: (required or preferred)

• Strong writing and editing skills; attention to detail
• Strong project management capabilities; ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Strong MS Office experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
• Experience with proposal generation system and/or desktop publishing a plus

Performance Traits: (i.e. analytical, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, etc.)

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrates good judgment and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work in an environment with shifting priorities and deadlines and ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently
• Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail