Description
A forward-thinking organization serving innovative and high-growth businesses is seeking a Proposals Manager to lead the development of persuasive proposals and pursuit strategies. This company fosters a dynamic, team-oriented environment where creativity, commercial insight, and a commitment to client service are highly valued. In this role, the Proposals Manager will collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver high-quality submissions that showcase the organization's expertise, value, and market leadership
Who You Are
- Experienced in developing proposals, pitch materials, RFP responses, and other business development content within a professional services environment
- A skilled writer who can transform complex information into clear, persuasive, and client-focused messaging
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously
- Detail-oriented and quality-driven, with strong critical thinking and sound decision-making abilities
- A collaborative communicator who builds effective relationships across teams and levels of an organization
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems, tools, and technologies
What You'll Do
- Lead the development of customized proposals, presentations, and competitive pursuit materials for finance-related practice areas
- Partner with attorneys, marketing professionals, and business teams to create compelling submissions that showcase capabilities and experience
- Manage the full lifecycle of RFPs, RFIs, and procurement-driven opportunities, ensuring all requirements are met
- Coordinate timelines, content development, stakeholder input, and submission logistics to deliver high-quality work on schedule
- Provide guidance, coaching, and workflow oversight to proposal team members while promoting best practices
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance content resources, and support strategic business development initiatives
What Success Looks Like
- Proposal and presentation deliverables are consistently completed accurately, professionally, and on time
- Clients and internal stakeholders receive responsive, organized, and solution-oriented support throughout pursuit efforts
- Content effectively communicates the organization's strengths, experience, and value proposition
- Complex projects are managed efficiently, even when balancing competing priorities and tight deadlines
- Team collaboration remains strong, with knowledge sharing and continuous improvement driving higher-quality outcomes
- Strategic pursuits are positioned for success through thoughtful planning, strong execution, and attention to detail
Salary Range: $135,000 – $155,000 annually, based on experience
Location: NYC
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