RFP Proposal Strategist for Government & Public Sector

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Washington, DC seeks a motivated Proposal Specialist to develop RFP responses and strategic pursuits across industries and practices, partnering with CDM, legal and consulting professionals.

The role covers government procurements and high-priority pursuits, requiring strong writing, project management, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative, client‑focused environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business or a related field preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience supporting or managing proposals, RFP responses or business development initiatives in a law firm, consulting firm, government contractor or other professional services organization.
• Experience with government RFPs, RFQs or similar procurements required; experience independently managing proposals and supporting health care, government, public sector or similarly regulated industry pursuits preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Independently manage small to mid-sized proposals, pitches and RFP responses—including federal, state and local government procurements—from kickoff through submission, following internal processes and client procurement guidance; review requirements, track amendments, coordinate compliance activities and research opportunities, competitors and clients to inform proposal strategy and positioning.
• Support Proposal Managers on complex pursuits, including strategic firmwide procurements for government entities, associations and nonprofit organizations, health and hospital systems, foundations and universities.
• Analyze requirements; develop compliance checklists, workplans and timelines; and draft and tailor proposal content.
• Coordinate supporting materials, including interview and oral presentations, Q&A responses and best and final offer submissions.

Conocimientos

Writing

Editing

Project management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business or a related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Copilot

Descripción del empleo

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Washington, DC seeks a motivated Proposal Specialist to develop RFP responses and strategic pursuits across industries and practices, partnering with CDM, legal and consulting professionals.

The role covers government procurements and high-priority pursuits, requiring strong writing, project management, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative, client‑focused environment.