Proposal Writing Coordinator - Pursuit Strategy - Mumbai - India

Job description

Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. From day one, experience our difference. Our internal firm services team focuses on the firm’s critical business needs. From administrative opportunities to marketing and everything in between, our integrated solution approach is designed to help enable and manage growth, leverage resources, and drive operational excellence. At Plante Moran, we have the privilege of serving clients and providing consultative services as they face challenges and seek new opportunities. The members of the Pursuit Strategy & Proposal Team serve as strategic partners in helping the firm reach its business goals. Working in a creative, strategically-focused environment, we write and design business proposals and presentations to support the firm’s business development and pursuit of new opportunities. We are seeking a candidate with strong interest in writing and marketing. Key responsibilities - Proposal drafting & coordination · Process and create proposal drafts based on daily workflows Business proposals range from short, proactive proposals to long, detailed RFPs (Request for Proposal) with formal questions and forms from prospective clients Through training, become an expert in our design, templates, and content to manage documents effectively Use automation software, content library, and request workflow Edit proposal drafts and communicate with teams in the U.S, including email requests for additional content, support, and other questions about proposals Work across various industries and services. Read and comprehend complex RFP documents · Collaborate with U.S. and Mumbai consultants to support proposals, presentations, and large business pursuits May include providing research reports, assisting with formatting or editing, and providing new or additional content · Review specific proposal drafts and special projects to identify areas for improvement and implement potential changes. Suggest content modifications, edits, and updates. Presentation materials coordination & drafting · Create business presentations based on submitted workflows using templates and content in the existing library Become familiar with content to effectively select and customize content and graphics for presentations Work closely with experts on the team to edit presentations Research & data · Generate weekly reports · Utilize and maintain data with CRM system · Work on research projects, including company profiles, market data, company data, and other information about prospective or current clients Required qualifications Candidates must have the following (or equivalents): · Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; marketing, business, or other related field preferred · 3+ years of direct experience with proposals and presentations · Experience with American companies and audiences is preferred · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Excellent critical thinking skills · Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and PowerPoint · Strong interest in writing and marketing Desired qualifications The following are not required, but will make a candidate more competitive: · Experience with business proposals, RFPs, or grants – other longform business writing experience is a plus · Experience writing for a U.S. based company or organization and have familiarity with grammatical and syntax differences of Indian vs. American written English · Experience with Adobe Creative suite What makes us different? On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now. Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day. Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran. The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.