Proposal Writer Jobs

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The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly motivated, confident individual to join the Canada Strategic Proposal team. As a Proposal Writer, you provide strategic and tactical support to help win new business. You actively participate in the proposal management project lifecycle and co-author content for proposals, oral presentations, and other proposal collateral. In the role, you will work with Client Executives, client service professionals, designers, other Proposal Writers across Canada, and an international team of Proposal Coordinators.

Your key responsibilities:

• Share leading practices with proposal teams
• Serve as a liaison between the proposal response team and other support functions
• Monitor the progress of all proposal activities for adherence to deadlines and quality standards
• Contribute and/or facilitate meetings with bid response team members
• Coach and develop collateral for oral presentations
• Project manage the process which includes the coordination of information from contributors and follow-up on action items to achieve a coordinated team effort
• Facilitate win strategy sessions
• Research, write and edit standard and customized proposal content
• Manage multiple proposals and priorities simultaneously
• Build and leverage relationships within the Markets Organization across the country
• Drive the strategic communications process on large, complex and strategically significant proposals
• Review final proposal collateral for quality, format and content for adherence to the firm’s brand standards

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Strong project management skills, the ability to establish priorities, set and manage schedules, and coordinate multiple projects at one time
• Highly developed computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and cloud-based technology
• Organized, detail-oriented and highly deadline-driven
• Strong business acumen
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization

To Qualify for the role you must have:

• 2-5 years relevant experience
• Undergraduate degree required (major in Language, Communications, Marketing or Business)
• Experience in professional services (e.g., accounting, management consulting, legal, architectural, engineering) is highly desirable
• A background in proposals, content writing or communications

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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