Proposal Specialist (Client Success Enablement)

MNP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian business advisory firm is seeking a Proposal Specialist in Ottawa. You will manage client relationships, coordinate proposal activities, and support business development. This mid-senior level role requires strong technical writing and project management experience. The company offers competitive compensation and a unique culture focused on empowerment and diversity.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant experience in technical writing and project management.
• Professional competency in English language is required.
• Ability to attain Government of Canada Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Practice’s procurement and contracting activities.
• Facilitate quality assessment reviews with clients.
• Develop proposal content and manage multiple proposals.

Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Sales experience

Bilingualism (English & French)

Critical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud-based tools

Job description

Proposal Specialist (Client Success Enablement)

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Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Enterprise Risk Services Team as a Proposal Specialist in Ottawa. As the Proposal Specialist, you will lead client relationships, coordinate practice management activities, lead business development, procurement and contracting initiatives, support deliverable quality reviews, oversee the practice pipeline, and manage quality assessment reviews with clients. In other words, enable client success! You will be a trusted advisor and actively participate in the proposal management and strategy while co-authoring content for proposals, oral presentations, and other pursuit collateral.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Your key responsibilities :

• Manage the Practice’s procurement and contracting activities
• We expect all our professionals to have relevant certifications and accordingly you will be expected to grow professionally and may be expected to obtain professional security designations
• You may occasionally be expected to work as part of an engagement team and contribute to billable hours and firm revenue
• Manage the Practice’s pipeline and own the business development process and internal meetings
• Facilitate quality assessment reviews with client and coordinate all internal and external steps
• Provide technical writing support for developing proposal content, business development material, and supporting the review and enhancement of client deliverables
• Liaise with clients and team members to facilitate internal file set up, kick-off meetings, and backend support
• Drive the strategic communications process on large, complex and strategically significant proposals
• Research, write and edit standard and customized proposal content
• Project manage the process which includes the coordination of information from contributors and follow-up on action items to achieve a coordinated team effort
• Review final proposal collateral for quality, format and content for adherence to the firm’s brand standards
• Manage multiple proposals and priorities simultaneously
• Act as an Alternate Security Clearance Officer (ASCO) for the Ottawa ERS Team (Lead security inspections for facility, coordinate clearance for team members, handle all security requests / requirements for contracts)
• Manage organizational mailbox

Skills and Experience :

1-2 years relevant experience in technical writing, project management and sales capacities with exceptional technical writing and editing skills

Undergraduate degree required with an ability to understand / learn and elaborate narratives in risk, technology and finance. This role involves interaction with internal and external clients and professionals nationally and globally.

Professional competency in the English language is a requirement of this role. Bilingualism in both French and English is considered an asset.

Possess or ability to attain Government of Canada Security Clearance

Strong understanding of proposal management and development, and relevant experience with proposals, technical writing, content writing or communications is considered an asset

Self-motivated and ability to work both independently and as part of an extended proposal team

Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented and deadline-driven

Strong critical thinking, business acumen, and project management skills, with the ability to establish priorities, set and manage schedules, and coordinate multiple projects at one time

Excellent communication skills with the ability clearly articulate technical concepts (written and orally)

Proficient in Microsoft Office and cloud-based tools; eager to contribute and take initiative

Specific experience responding to federal RFPs along with wxperience working with different Federal procurement vehicles (PASS, TSPS, ProServices etc.) is considered an asset

Knowledge of federal contracting frameworks and the procurement process, and experience in professional services (e.g., accounting, management consulting, legal, etc.) is considered an asset

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

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