Specialist, Proposals and Pursuits -

Kent Legal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist in Proposals and Pursuits to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This full-time role offers hybrid remote flexibility and involves managing proposal development requests, collaborating with various stakeholders, and creating compelling content that articulates clear value propositions. With a strong focus on business writing and communication, this position is perfect for someone with a strategic mindset and excellent attention to detail. Join a recognized law firm that values professional growth and offers a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in business writing, ideally in legal or professional services.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strategic approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage proposal development from initiation to submission.
• Draft and edit persuasive content, ensuring compliance with RFPs.

Skills

Business Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Critical Thinking

Communication

Project Management

Education

Post-secondary education in Business

Post-secondary education in Public Relations

Post-secondary education in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Asana

InDesign

Adobe Creative Suite

Foundation CMS

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Proposals and Pursuits

Job #: 16835

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Toronto

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client is a well-regarded national and international law firm with expertise across various legal practices. Recognized as one of the top 10 Insurance Boutiques in Canada by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, the firm offers an excellent culture and numerous career development opportunities. The office is conveniently located in Toronto's Financial District.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage proposal development requests from initiation to submission, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements.
2. Act as the point person for complex RFPs, coordinating input from lawyers, CBD team members, finance, pricing, knowledge management, and IT professionals.
3. Draft, edit, and tailor persuasive written content, articulating clear value propositions.
4. Maintain and update content in the firm's Foundation content and experience management database.
5. Track pitch and proposal activity using Asana, following up on success metrics and client debriefs.
6. Collaborate with the Client & Business Development team to ensure proposal-related content is consistently updated across practice descriptions, experience databases, and lawyer bios.
7. Support key business development initiatives and potentially expand support to practice groups and industry teams.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Business, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years' experience in business writing, preferably in legal or professional services.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strategic approach to proposals.
• Critical thinking skills to create compelling, client-focused materials.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with lawyers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a quick learner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; experience with graphic design software (InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite) is an asset.
• Familiarity with content management software (Foundation) and project management tools (Asana) is a plus.

How To Apply

Please email your MS Word resume to [email address], quoting "Opportunity" in the subject line. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant.

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