At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.
The opportunity
We are looking for an Assistant Manager who can support the Pursuit Strategist/Pursuit Leader on design project management content development and research and analysis for the proposals. The Designer and Pursuit Specialist provides endtoend support to onshore pursuit teams in terms of tender process management graphic design and on best practice proposal content.
Your key responsibilities
- Conceptualize and formulate creative themes layout designs and presentation approach
- Develop and design innovative storyboards and layouts for client deliverables under all workstreams
- Quick understanding of complex technical concepts and translation into creative design proposition
- Lead and supervise a team of designers
- Provide direction on photo shoots and imagery
- In charge of putting the documents together ensuring consistency and quality
- Full mastery of design software to constantly propose innovative and creative themes/layouts
- Constant evaluation of new design technology solutions
- Oversee project management and ensure use of best practice materials in tender process
- Monitor the progress of all pursuit activities for adherence to deadlines and quality standards
- Organize and coach for oral presentation (Rehearsal coaching script writing)
- Incorporate the orals plan into the project plan (logistics attendees rehearsals leadership panels)
- Assist with any material required for the value proposition session
- Refine EY credentials (firm profile sector research etc. under direction from PS
- Support the development and facilitation of any team building sessions
- Review final pursuit collateral for quality format and content for adherence to the firms brand standards
Skills and attributes for success
- Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud applications and MS office (PowerPoint/Word/Excel)
- Good business acumen
- Good understanding of Business Development and Pursuit Management
- Excellent mothertongue standard English as the role requires direct communication with international team members and clients.
- Organized detailoriented and highly deadlinedriven
- Excellent communications skills (verbal written and listening)
- Good critical thinking
- Good project management coordination and negotiation skills
- Highly developed computer skills including Microsoft suite and Internetbased research
- Prior experience in pursuits/presales/bid management project management
- Experience with SharePoint is desirable
- Able to build collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders
To qualify for the role you must have:
- Bachelors degree or college diploma (preferably in Graphic Design or related discipline)*
- 4 8 years of Pursuit design/Communications/Pursuits experience
- Organized detailoriented and highly deadlinedriven
- Ability to work independently
- Strong sales and creativity acumen
- Proven ability to influence and build collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong visual design and strategic thinking capability
*Location specific qualification requirements may differ for Manila Poland and Argentina. Kindly consult with respective Talent SPOCs for specific information.
Ideally youll also have
- Skills in Mural Microsoft Teams Zoom and any other digital collaboration solutions are an asset
- Experience in bid management
- Experience in a large Global organization
Technologies and Tools
- MS Office PowerPoint/Word/Excel
- Adobe Creative Cloud applications
What we look for:
- A professional confident and enthusiastic team player with a flexible cando attitude
- An individual with strong interpersonal skills confidence maturity and ability to build strong client relationships
- A strong team player who is comfortable working collaboratively with others
What we offer
EY GDS is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations Argentina China India the Philippines Poland and the UK and with teams from all EY service lines geographies and sectors playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to creative consultants we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with wellknown brands from across the globe. Well introduce you to an everexpanding ecosystem of people learning skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.
- Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
- Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY Building a better working world
EY exists to build a better working world helping to create longterm value for clients people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow transform and operate.
Working across assurance consulting law strategy tax and transactions EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority