Greenberg Traurig

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Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Marketing Team as a RFP and Proposal Manager in our Los Angeles, Atlanta, Denver, Houston or New Jersey office. We are seeking a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every assignment. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. You will collaborate with other groups and cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives, while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and drive projects forward. Excellent communication skills are essential for delivering exceptional client service and fostering productive partnerships across teams. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our Los Angeles, Atlanta, Denver, Houston or New Jersey office on a hybrid basis and will work directly with the firmwide Marketing and Business Development Team. This role reports to the Senior Client Pursuits Manager. Position Summary The RFP and Proposal Manager is responsible for managing and drafting key client pitches and responses to requests for proposals, developing, and organizing related collateral materials, and improving best practices in this area across the firm, while working collaboratively with, and as an integral part of, the global marketing and business development team. Key Responsibilities Works with industry and practice group marketers to project manage RFPs and high-value proposals in a specific set of industries, developing a deep understanding of these industries and opportunities and impacts in the legal industry Oversees the development and maintenance of designated industry(ies) RFP response library and tools, with the goal of providing strategic and customized responses on behalf of the firm, efficiently. This includes continuously updating response materials, maps, templates, and the commonly asked question response library Communicates with firm leadership and attorneys to ensure RFPs are responded to strategically and effectively. This includes working with the Director of Marketing and Business Development to navigate challenges and obstacles related to proposed teams, response approach, lead attorney, etc. Regularly reviews RFP win/loss statistics and develops creative adjustments in the interest of increasing win rates Collaborates with select members of the Marketing team as appropriate to customize responses and drive higher success rates Assesses the competitive environment for proposals, including gathering intelligence on how other professional services firms are developing strategies for proposals Effectively communicates and works as the RFP Project Manager to supervise work assignments and projects for the team ensuring that work product meets stated and anticipated needs. Facilitates internal communication related to marketing efforts and RFPs, with other internal groups such as conflicts, pricing, IT Compliance, etc. Serves as a resource and mentor to other team members, is aware and knowledgeable of department protocols and where to find information Knowledgeable of firm systems and conversant in technology used by marketing team and firm Identifies and implements opportunities for process improvements and to increase efficiency Works on other projects as assigned. Qualifications Skills & Competencies Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills Well-developed strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities Self-starter and team player, able to accept direction, yet work independently Excellent prioritization and time management skills Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment Demonstrated ability to take initiative, anticipate needs and exercise independent, sound judgment Strong client-first work ethic Ability to remain calm under pressure Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel within the organization Strong attention to detail Education & Prior Experience Bachelor’s degree is required Minimum of five years’ experience with significant responsibilities associated with proposal writing and business development support, or a related field Experience at a law firm or professional services firm is strongly preferred Technology Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook required The expected pay range for this position is: $134,000 to $147,000 per year Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis. Global scale with street smarts With 51 locations, Greenberg Traurig's global network provides the platform clients need to operate in today's legal marketplace. Our team is recognized by rankings in current Chambers & Partners Guides in jurisdictions and practices around the world, based on thousands of interviews with practicing lawyers and clients. In addition, Greenberg Traurig is proud to have more lawyers listed in The Best Lawyers in America than any other law firm, a position we have held since 2008. Greenberg Traurig (GT) is committed to ensuring a safe and transparent recruitment process. Please be advised of the following: Official Job Listings: All legitimate job opportunities with GT are posted here on our official website. GT job advertisements found outside our verified accounts with LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed should be treated with caution. No Fees Required: GT will never ask for payment for work equipment or network access. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team. Verified Communication Only: While all official communications will come from a GT email address associated with GT’s domain (e.g., @gtlaw.com), we recognize that it is easy to spoof such communications to make them look like they are coming from GT. Therefore: before responding to an email purportedly from GT, contact your GT Recruiting Contact by phone to verify that the email is valid. Also, please verify the GT office address on our website before attending an interview. We encourage all applicants to remain vigilant and exercise caution during the application process. If you encounter or suspect a fraudulent job posting or an individual falsely claiming to represent GT, please report it immediately to HRRecruit@gtlaw.com. Thank you for your diligence and for your interest in joining Greenberg Traurig. Thank you for your vigilance and interest in joining Greenberg Traurig. From our humble beginnings in 1967 in South Florida, our focus has never been changed: serve clients better. Learn More Engagement, Culture & Opportunity Since 1967, we’ve built our firm by welcoming attorneys and professionals from all backgrounds who share our drive and commitment to excellence. GT thrives on the passion and drive of our people, emphasizing merit, innovation, belonging, and collaboration first. This commitment has been at the center of our story since our founding and has been essential to our and our client’s success. 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