Sr Associate, Proposal Creation

Grant Thornton (US); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton is seeking a Proposal Creation Senior Associate to join the Connected Sales & Marketing function. You will craft client-focused proposal narratives that translate offerings into clear value propositions, collaborating with subject matter experts across tax, audit and advisory capabilities.

From qualification to submission, you will manage end-to-end proposal development for technology industry pursuits on the West Coast, leveraging AI tools and proposal automation to accelerate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business, marketing, communications, English or related field.
• 2-4 years of proposal writing or content development experience, preferably in professional services.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Experience with proposal automation software or content management systems preferred.
• Experience using AI-enabled tools for drafting, editing, summarising and research support.
• Strong project management capabilities and ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Knowledge of professional services offerings and competitive landscape.
• Collaborative skills to work across functions and geographies.
• Outstanding communication to coordinate with onshore teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and industry trend awareness.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end proposal development from intake to final delivery for West Coast technology pursuits.
• Collaborate with BD teams and SMEs to tailor value propositions.
• Develop executive summaries, approaches and solution narratives addressing client challenges.
• Curate biographies, case studies and qualification statements.
• Research industry trends and market insights to differentiate proposals.
• Incorporate AI tools to accelerate content creation and summarise sources.
• Coordinate with pricing to align fees and scope with solutions.
• Ensure quality control, formatting and brand compliance.
• Handle multiple proposals and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Proposal writing

Content development

Editing

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, English or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Proposal automation software

Job description

Job Description

Grant Thornton is seeking a Proposal Creation Senior Associate to join the Connected Sales & Marketing function. In this role you will craft compelling, client‑focused proposal narratives that showcase the firm’s tax, audit and advisory capabilities, translating offerings into clear value propositions, collaborating with subject matter experts, and supporting the full proposal lifecycle from qualification to submission.

Your Day-to-Day May Include

• Managing the end-to-end proposal development process from initial request intake through content creation to final delivery, with focus on supporting strategic pursuits in the Technology industry on the West Coast; ability to work West Coast hours is required.
• Collaborating with business development teams and subject matter experts to understand client needs and craft tailored value propositions.
• Developing compelling executive summaries, approach methodologies and solution narratives that address specific client challenges.
• Curating and customizing professional biographies, case studies and qualification statements to showcase relevant expertise.
• Researching industry trends, competitive positioning and market insights to enhance proposal messaging and differentiation.
• Incorporating AI tools into day‑to‑day proposal development activities to accelerate research, draft and refine content, summarize source materials and improve workflow efficiency while applying sound judgment and quality review.
• Coordinating with pricing specialists to integrate fee structures and scope descriptions that align with proposed solutions.
• Ensuring quality control through rigorous editing, formatting and compliance with firm brand standards and proposal requirements.
• Managing multiple proposal projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintaining and continuously improving proposal content libraries, templates and best practice resources.
• Supporting proposal review sessions and incorporating feedback from stakeholders to strengthen final deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, English or related field.
• 2‑4 years of experience in proposal writing, content development or similar roles, preferably in professional services.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially advanced skills in PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Experience with proposal automation software or content management systems preferred.
• Experience using AI‑enabled tools as part of daily work, including drafting, editing, summarising, research support, content optimisation and productivity enhancement.
• Strong project management capabilities with ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Knowledge of professional services industry offerings and competitive landscape.
• Exceptional collaborative skills with ability to work effectively across functions and geographies.
• Outstanding communication abilities with experience coordinating with onshore teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and eagerness to stay current on industry trends.
• Can travel as needed.

Base salary range: $72,000 – $100,000. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, based on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, business needs, progression and geographic location.

Grant Thornton is an equal‑opportunity employer. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation is provided when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.