Senior Specialist, Business Proposals (Transactional)

Skadden, Arps...LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive health care

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Robust well-being programs

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York is looking for a Senior Specialist in Business Proposals (Transactional) to join their team. This hybrid role requires collaboration with attorneys and various departments to develop high-quality proposals and business pitches.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, five years of experience in business development, and proficiency in software like Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant marketing/business development experience in a professional services firm.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pitches, proposals, and RFPs in collaboration with lawyers.
• Manage the process from start to finish.
• Collaborate with Business Development and other departments to produce deliverables.

Skills

Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple projects

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to prioritize work

Ability to work independently and in teams

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.

About UsSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

Senior Specialist, Business Proposals (Transactional)

This position will be based in our New York office (hybrid). The Senior Specialist, Business Proposals (Transactional) collaborates with Attorneys, Business Development, and Knowledge Management team members on transactional‑related new business pitches, responses to RFPs, and other business development efforts. The role manages the entire process from start to finish while coordinating with various internal departments to produce high‑quality proposals and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Draft pitches, proposals, and RFPs in collaboration with lawyers in the global transactional practices.
• Manage the process from start to finish.
• Collaborate with other department members, including Business Development, Strategic Intelligence, Experience Design, Operations, and GATS operating system, to produce a variety of products in connection with individual transactional partner and practice business development efforts.
• Liaise with other firm administrative departments (such as Client Accounting, Finance, and Technology) to obtain clear relationship data for new proposals and presentations.
• Work with Transactional attorneys and others in the Global Business Development, Marketing & Communications Department to develop regular pitch proposal reports and strategy for relevant practice meetings.
• Collaborate with Business Development colleagues to ensure that the marketing materials for each Transactional practice group are current, accurate and complete.
• Work in conjunction with the Firm experience team to research and draft relevant Firm and partner transactional experience, as well as gather yearly statistics for use in marketing collateral and presentations.
• Combine and leverage internal and external research/knowledge to develop new business presentations and other products.
• Maximize utilization of the Firm's technology to prepare and deliver products and coordinate optimal storage, maintenance and sharing of work product.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manage Firm resources responsibly.
• Comply with and understand Firm operations, policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated close attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of five years of relevant marketing/business development experience in a professional services firm environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year‑end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In‑classroom, remote, and on‑demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well‑being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Salary

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range $125,000 – $150,000. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other‑job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Alex Taylor at (212) 735‑2176.