Pitch Executive

Totum Partners; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Pitch Executive to join its Pitch Team. This role involves writing and developing pitch content, advising on best practices throughout the pitch lifecycle, and supporting the Business Development function. Ideal candidates will have experience in pitch processes, strong project management skills, and excellent copywriting abilities. The firm values diversity and offers a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the pitch or bids process, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Ability to manage a busy workload with short-term and long-term projects.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write and develop pitch content and materials.
• Advise on best practices during the pitch lifecycle.
• Maintain and update the firm's pitch library.

Skills

Pitch process experience

Project and time management

Interpersonal skills

Copywriting skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

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My client is a distinctive London-based law firm, celebrated for its unique blend of expertise, agility, and culture. The firm is committed to building long-term careers, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, and delivering innovative solutions to clients. With a reputation for excellence and a personal approach, Macfarlanes offers a place where talented professionals can thrive.

Role Overview

The Pitch Executive will be a key member of the Pitch Team, reporting to the Pitch Manager and working alongside colleagues in Business Development. This role is central to supporting fee earners and the wider team throughout the pitch process, from initial strategy to post-pitch review. The Pitch Executive will also drive the use of AI and pitch management tools, ensuring the firm’s responses are consistently high quality and distinctive.

Key Responsibilities

• Write and develop pitch content and materials, including credential statements, RFIs, RFPs, and panel pitches, with input from the business development team.
• Advise on and promote best practice throughout the pitch lifecycle, from go/no-go decisions to post-pitch feedback.
• Maintain and update the firm’s pitch library ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and client developments to inform business-winning ideas.
• Gather relevant research and information ahead of each pitch process.
• Review and proof documents to maintain high standards of quality.
• Support pitch reporting and feedback, sharing lessons learned to drive continual improvement.

Person Specification

• Experience in the pitch or bids process, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Ability to manage a busy workload, balancing short-term pitch deadlines with longer-term projects.
• Excellent project and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Good understanding of best practice in winning new business in the legal sector.
• Strong copywriting skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with an enthusiastic and optimistic attitude.

As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that’s why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development

Industries

• Law Practice, Professional Services, and Accounting