Mayer Brown · 1 day ago
Manager: Proposal Center
US-IL-Chicago
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$127K/yr - $168K/yr
5+ years expMayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. The Manager: Proposal Center leads the development of compelling proposals and targeted pitch and presentation materials for the firm’s strategic opportunities, serving as a strategic advisor to partners and leaders across the firm.
AdviceConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Leads end-to-end responses to pitches and proposals, with a primary focus on complex, multi-practice panel RFPs
Management of key client account proposal/pitch requests and responses
Facilitates and drives pursuit meetings, including kickoff meetings, interim touchpoints, and strategy sessions
Synthesizes viewpoints from diverse stakeholders and translates them into cohesive written narratives
Drafts executive summaries and other original content using concise, client-focused language, and tailors existing materials to the specific needs of each opportunity
Incorporates design and visual elements to enhance storytelling in collaboration with design resources, as appropriate
Produces final submission documents, ensures compliance with all RFP requirements, and submits by the required deadlines
Applies the firm’s style guide and brand standards to all materials and provides quality control for Proposal Center deliverables
Coordinates cross-functional inputs with partners, Business Development and Marketing (BD&M); Pricing; Content and Knowledge Management; and other stakeholders to align messaging and value propositions
Uses approved generative AI (GenAI) and related tools to enhance efficiency and insight across the pursuit lifecycle, in accordance with firm governance
Oversees the daily operations of the US proposal team, including supervision and training of junior team members
Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, English or another liberal arts discipline required
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a business development or marketing role involving proposal writing for legal services or in a comparable professional services environment (e.g., accounting or consulting), required
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 is required
Demonstrates exceptional project management, writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a strong client-centric orientation
Builds and maintains productive relationships with teammates, partners, and professionals across BD&M and other firm functions
Prioritizes effectively and manages multiple concurrent pursuits under deadline pressure
Responds quickly to shifting demands and navigates ambiguity with sound judgment
Embraces the use of GenAI and automation to streamline routine and repetitive tasks, enabling greater focus on strategy, messaging, and other higher-value activities, in accordance with firm governance
Possesses, or is eager to develop, an understanding of legal market trends and the competitive landscape, and shows curiosity about economic, legal, and political developments globally
Collaborates effectively in a professional services environment, exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality
Interacts with all levels of the firm and outside vendors in a professional manner
Coaches and develops junior team members, including at least one direct report, to elevate team performance
Manages processes for direct reports in regards to performance appraisals, annual compensation, goal setting and performance counselling
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
Operational budget analysis and recommendations
Conducts analysis of staffing levels and participation in the recruitment process
Able to determine and implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Process- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner
Preferred
Prior experience in a law firm
Experience with proposal generation systems and online RFP portals (e.g., PERSUIT)
Knowledge of iManage and Foundation
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare and eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Company
Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown is a leading global law firm with offices in key business centers across the Americas, Asia and Europe.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blaise Latella
Partner
Jean-Philippe Montfort
Partner
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