Withum

Pursuit Strategist

Withum
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in proposal development and management, with strong capabilities in strategic writing, project coordination, and adherence to branding standards. Proficient in utilizing proposal automation tools and CRM systems to enhance the pursuit process and ensure compliance with deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Proposal WritingProject ManagementProposal Automation ToolsCRM ExperienceStrategic Thinking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Coordinate proposal development and Request For Proposal (RFP) activities.
  • Research and write standard and customized proposals.
  • Draft pursuit documents.
  • Create and maintain baseline content for future pursuit documents using proposal automation software.
  • Support and ensure accuracy of lead generation information in CRM related to the pursuit process and individual proposals.
  • Provide strategic insight into win themes and brand consistency throughout the proposal process.
  • Project manage assigned proposals and coordinate and execute proposal content development from subject matter experts.
  • Create proposal presentations reflecting proposal win themes for opportunities requiring additional management buy-in.
  • Maintain compliance with proposal document deadlines and requirements.
  • Adhere to Pursuit Team procedures and standards.
  • Participate in continuous improvement of the pursuit process, content creation and best practices.
  • Ensure quality and consistency of the Firm’s branding in proposal materials.
  • Serve as liaison between pursuit teams, Creative Services, Firm Admin, niche coordinators and other support functions.
  • Organize complex information into tables, graphics, callouts and other reader-friendly formats.
  • Utilize AI-assisted drafting while validating accuracy, protecting confidential information and maintaining the Firm’s voice.
  • Assist with capturing lead details in CRM for pipeline management.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or related fields.
  • 2-4 years of experience in proposal writing, pursuit support, marketing communications, business development or a related professional services role.
  • Familiarity with APMP, Shipley or other proposal development best practices is a plus.
  • Experience in marketing, proposal writing or a related field preferred.
  • Experience with not-for-profit, education, healthcare, government, social services or other mission-driven organizations is highly preferred.
  • Strong proficiency or familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word, Copilot and Cowork.
  • Professional services firm background, proposal automation and content development tool familiarity (QorusDocs, Loopio, Responsive, Jasper, for example) and CRM experience preferred.
  • Strategic thinking, excellent writing, organizational and analytic skills, and strong attention to detail.
  • Exceptional communication skills and emotional intelligence with a demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed manner under deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple ongoing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance
  • Opportunities for growth
  • Personal and professional growth opportunities

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Hard Skills
Proposal DevelopmentContent CreationLead GenerationAnalytic SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteProposal AutomationWriting SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCompliance Management
Soft Skills
Exceptional Communication SkillsEmotional IntelligenceSelf-Directed WorkAbility to Manage Multiple ProjectsTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
QorusDocsLoopioResponsiveJasperCRM Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
APMP CertificationShipley Best Practices Familiarity
Industry Keywords
Professional ServicesNot-For-ProfitEducationHealthcareGovernmentSocial ServicesMission-Driven Organizations