What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Specialist position at Troutman Pepper Locke LLP?
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The Proposal Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating the development of high-quality proposals and responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and other client inquiries. The Proposal Specialist involves collaborating with various departments to gather necessary information, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and delivering compelling and persuasive proposals that effectively communicate the firm's capabilities and value proposition.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.
This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.
Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, education, training, and/or experience.
Hiring Salary Range
$85,000.00 - $105,000.00
We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team!
The Proposal Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating the development of high-quality proposals and responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and other client inquiries. The Proposal Specialist involves collaborating with various departments to gather necessary information, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and delivering compelling and persuasive proposals that effectively communicate the firm's capabilities and value proposition.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end proposal development process, including planning, writing, editing, and formatting proposals.
- Analyze RFP/RFI requirements and develop a comprehensive proposal outline and work plan/schedule.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, attorneys, and other stakeholders to gather and synthesize information.
- Write clear, concise, and persuasive content that aligns with the firm's messaging and client needs.
- Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Coordinate proposal team meetings, track progress, and communicate deadlines.
- Review and edit proposals for clarity, grammar, and compliance with client requirements.
- Ensure consistency in branding, formatting, and overall presentation.
- Conduct final quality checks before submission.
- Assist with proposal tracking and reporting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Foundation experience beneficial.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to promote consistent and efficient workflow processes.
- Ability to develop relationships with the Business Development team, other administrative departments, and subject matter experts throughout the firm.
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Strong customer/client service and interpersonal skills.
- Deadline-driven with excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and balance multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to self-manage and work independently in a remote, hybrid, or in-office setting.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, English, or any combination of experience, education or training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in proposal writing, business development, or a related role.
- Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred.
This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.
This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.
Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, education, training, and/or experience.
Hiring Salary Range
$85,000.00 - $105,000.00
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000
