SUMMARY: This position will support the firm’s business development program nationally (and internationally, as assignments require) by developing custom and targeted pitch documents, managing multi-practice pitch opportunities; analyzing and responding to requests for proposal (RFPs); and writing and maintaining materials that effectively communicate the firm’s capabilities, services and solutions for our clients. Materials produced by this position are highly visible and greatly impact the firm. This position interfaces heavily with Marketing and Business Development Managers, the Client Development team, executive leadership and many attorneys throughout the firm. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, journalism or communications-oriented discipline and demonstrate the ability to think broadly, with a high level of initiative. Must also possess a solid writing background with at least 3-5 years’ experience in proposal writing and proposal management in professional services firms (legal industry a plus). Excellent communication, proofreading, analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and precision in both thinking and written work product are crucial components of the position. Superior knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Must possess strong independent judgment in order to establish and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment. Experience with proposal automation and content maintenance software (Foundation highly desirable ) and database applications a plus. The ideal candidate should be pragmatic, diplomatic and resourceful, with strong project development and management skills and a creative, solutions-oriented mindset, ideally honed in a large law firm or other professional services context. |