Pitch and Proposal Specialist

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Pitch and Proposal Specialist. The Pitch and Proposal Specialist (the Specialist) is responsible for maintaining our systems and documents needed during the pursuit of new work with current clients or prospects.  The Specialist will be the in-house expert on pitch and proposal production and will lead the most significant RFP efforts.  The Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance of our master documents and pitch generator system and will play a key role in training the rest of the Marketing and Client Development staff and ensuring quality. 

As a Pitch and Proposal Specialist, your job duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the firm’s master pitch and proposal materials, pitch generator tool.
• Prepare firm collateral, formal RFPs, pitch materials and competitive intelligence reports as needed
• Maintain the Best Practice, or firm procedures, on how best to prepare and present material for business development opportunities. The Specialist will also train the other marketing staff on Best Practices and help create systems to ensure high quality
• Assist with collecting, drafting and cataloging the legal experience and credentials of the lawyers for use in pitches, proposals and directory submissions
• Oversee the proposal and materials repositories and standardized language for RFP responses

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal relations, written and oral communication skills required
• Strong client service attitude required
• Needs to work well under pressure and be an excellent problem-solver and team player
• Must have the ability to organize and prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail is necessary
• Must have ability to work effectively with personnel at diverse levels of the firm

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of six to nine years of experience in professional services field preferred
• Familiarity with CRM, business reference and research tools, including corporate deal databases; social media experience is a plus

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:

• MS Word, Excel, InterAction or similar CRM, Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint, project management software, Smartsheet

Compensation Range: $70,000/yr. to $90,000/yr.

At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Join Vedder and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedder.com.