Business Proposal Specialist

3 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Skadden Arps Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Proposal Specialist to join our team at Skadden Arps. This individual will play a crucial role in developing and coordinating new business pitches, proposals, and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with key stakeholders to draft and produce new business pitches, proposals, and responses to RFPs.
  • Research and gather relevant firm and partner experience to support business development efforts.
  • Perform company and industry research to inform new business pitches.
  • Collaborate with other department members to produce a variety of products in support of business development efforts.
  • Liaise with internal support departments to obtain client relationship data and other information for new business proposals and presentations.
  • Combine and leverage internal and external research to continually update and develop new business presentations and other products.
  • Maximize utilization of firm technology to prepare and deliver products.
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships.
  • Manage firm resources responsibly and comply with firm operations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with the pitch and proposal process and ability to independently generate responses to complex RFPs.
  • Strong understanding of marketing and business development's role within a law firm.
  • Knowledge of legal practice areas within the context of a large corporate law firm and Skadden's areas of focus/expertise.
  • Strong writing, editorial, and research skills.
  • Ability to synthesize data and accurately capture it in a narrative.
  • Demonstrates close attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
  • Solid strategic thinking and problem-solving capability, coupled with excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong intuitive skills and ability to translate experience and lessons from one project to the next.
  • Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment, as well as independently and effectively within a team.
  • Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbally and in writing, and ability to work directly with partners under tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs and capacity to learn new software and operating systems.
  • Experience with InDesign a plus.
  • Experience utilizing technology, including website, intranet, extranets, databases, knowledge management tools, and presentation software.
  • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Minimum of four years of relevant marketing/business development experience in a professional services firm environment.

About Skadden Arps

We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion, equity, and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and professional staff.

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.

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