Job Description

We are looking for a creative, out-of-the-box thinker to join our accounts team! The Proposal Writer will partner with internal and Accounts Managers and Business Development Leads to prepare compliant winning RFQ/RFP responses as well as activities that support our growth initiatives.

Job specifications:

• Coordinate, write, edit, and produce responses to Solicitations, SOQs, SOWs, RFQs, RFPs, ITBs; this includes research, technical content, and page layout
• Ability to work with multiple department leads to assemble materials and manage the entire proposal process from start to delivery
• Read and analyze Solicitations, SOQs, SOWs, RFQs, RFPs, ITBs, and edit proposal content for spelling, grammar, consistency, and compliance with requirements
• Prepare presentations for interviews and pitches with prospective clients
• Attend pre-proposal meetings and debriefings as needed
• Assist with other business development/marketing functions, as necessary
• Update & maintain the accounts department's documentation and databases (i.e. resumes, project portfolios, photos, references, licenses and certifications, project history, etc.)
• Assist and support the preparation of project budgets and timelines, and prepare quotes on an as needed basis.
• Assist the Accounts team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Journalism, Communications, or related disciplines
• Prior relevant experience is considered an asset
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• A quasi-journalistic ability to quickly grasp specialist knowledge and make it clear for external parties
• Agility and speed in executing strong writing
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to "get smart quick" on a wide variety of topics
• Ability to prioritize and multitask within a fast-paced, challenging, and deadline-driven environment
• Experience with Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite an asset
• French is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Halifax, NS B3J 3K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Language:

• French (preferred)

Work Location: In person