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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full lifecycle of proposals, including drafting, editing, and presentation, while leveraging strong research and writing skills. Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams, with a focus on delivering high-quality materials under tight deadlines.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Proposal ManagementResearch And Writing SkillsProject ManagementBilingual English And FrenchCreative And Layout Design Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Proposal Lifecycle ManagementProposal DraftingProofreadingMarket ResearchContent DevelopmentProposal Template ReviewProposal TrackingStandard Content ManagementPresentation CoachingReporting
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailAbility To MultitaskRelationship BuildingIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeAdvanced Word
Industry Keywords
Legal ServicesBusiness DevelopmentMarketingProposal Function
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and manage proposals through the full lifecycle
- Manage and lead the entire pursuit process for major opportunities
- Obtain proposal scope from lawyers; draft, edit, proof, challenge thinking, and obtain sign-off
- Develop and manage relationships with practice areas and sector teams
- Recommend and apply appropriate proposal structure and presentation
- Prepare preliminary bids, collect credentials, and manage standard content
- Create, source, and develop high-quality proposal materials
- Research market, industry, competitive, and business information for successful pitches
- Review proposal templates and content against best practices and competitor activity
- Monitor standard proposal templates and forms while preserving global brand guidelines
- Provide presentation coaching support for lawyers
- Assist global offices on global proposals involving Canada
- Conduct proposal debriefs and analyze feedback to improve future proposals
- Support directory and award submissions and matter collection efforts
- Maintain the proposal tracking system, precedents, and standard materials
- Distribute finalized proposal content to appropriate media and stakeholders
- Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s or recognized technical college degree in marketing or business is an asset
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a marketing, business development or related role
- Experience working in the proposals function, or similar experience, preferably in a legal services firm
- Strong research and writing skills
- Superior proofreading skills and attention to detail
- Proven creative and layout design skills
- Advanced IT skills including advanced Word and Microsoft Office packages
- Strong project management skills and ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to liaise confidently and build relationships with people at all levels
- Bilingual English and French
Benefits
Comp & perks- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Benefit premiums paid by the firm
- Telemedicine services
- Flexible health and wellness allowance
- Training and development programs based on your interests and needs