Proposal Writer

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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

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