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Local Projects · 3 days ago

New Business Strategist

New York County, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Local Projects is a company focused on visionary and imaginative work that drives cultural and societal transformation. The New Business Strategist is responsible for managing client relationships, evaluating new opportunities, and developing effective pitch materials and proposals, collaborating closely with the Executive Director of New Business & Marketing.

ConsumerInnovation ManagementInterior DesignProduct DesignSocial Media

Hiring Manager

Rio Rocket Valledor

Responsibilities

Handle inbound inquiries and pursue outbound opportunities

Respond to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and pitch requests

Manage workload across prospecting and proposal development

Maintain clear communication with prospective clients throughout the pitch process

Schedule and facilitate client and internal meetings, including preparation sessions

Prepare agendas, document discussions, and track action items

Monitor competitive trends and market developments

Maintain databases of prospects, potential projects, and partners

Manage prospect tracking and filing systems (e.g., Pipedrive)

Support optimization of business development processes

Contribute to personal growth and support peers’ development

Lead outbound communications (emails, calls, meetings)

Review RFPs and develop internal assessment and planning materials

Conduct opportunity assessments and qualification discussions

Coordinate resources across teams to develop proposal narratives, budgets, and visuals

Organize team and studio-wide brainstorming sessions

Collaborate with partners and contractors during proposal development

Facilitate reviews with leadership, creative teams, and project managers

Upon project award, collaborate with Project Managers to build Kick-Off presentations

Support onboarding of internal teams and clients into company processes

Qualification

Business developmentProposal developmentClient relationship managementMarket analysisProject management toolsStrategic thinkingNetworking skillsCommunication skillsCollaborationAttention to detailTime management

Required

Passion for arts, culture, branding, design, and the public sector

Awareness of market and industry trends in experience design

Strong networking, client-facing, and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Collaborative working style with the ability to support cross-functional teams

Comfort in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Self-motivated with sound judgment and strong follow-through

Ability to use project management and web-based tools to interpret budgets and schedules

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Keynote, Slack, and CRM platforms

Strong organization, attention to detail, and time management

Demonstrated ability to develop proposals and presentations

Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritize effectively

3+ years of experience in sales or marketing with brands, agencies, cultural organizations, or higher education

Proven track record in business development for creative or design-driven organizations

Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Eligibility to work in the United States

Ability to work onsite in our NYC studio on occasion as needed (hybrid)

Primary Residence in the NY Tri-State (NY/NJ/CT) area or D.C. Tri-State (DC/VA/MD) area

Preferred

Please share 1–2 writing samples that demonstrate your strategic thinking and communication style. Samples may be published or unpublished, including confidential work, and will be used only for hiring evaluation