Senior Business Development & Proposal Strategist

Latham & Watkins; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is seeking a Business Development Advisor – New Business in New York or Chicago to develop and deliver compelling proposal documents and credentials statements, coordinating input from BD teams and subject matter experts to craft effective client messaging and win themes.

The role requires leading RFP responses, preparing client presentations, and ensuring high-quality client service while safeguarding confidential information, with hybrid in-office flexibility.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years leading credentials, proposals, tenders, or other written sales tools.
• At least 8 years in legal, financial services, or professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with capital markets transactions, IPOs, M&A, and deal terms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality proposal documents and credentials statements.
• Establish project timelines and win themes for client messaging.
• Prepare responses to RFPs and client presentations.
• Coordinate input from subject matter experts and internal resources.
• Protect confidential, privileged, and sensitive information.

Skills

Capital markets

M&A

Deal structuring

Pitch content

Pitch management tools

Autonomy

Deadline-driven

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Latham & Watkins is seeking a Business Development Advisor – New Business in New York or Chicago to develop and deliver compelling proposal documents and credentials statements, coordinating input from BD teams and subject matter experts to craft effective client messaging and win themes.

The role requires leading RFP responses, preparing client presentations, and ensuring high-quality client service while safeguarding confidential information, with hybrid in-office flexibility.