Pursuit Strategist

The opportunity

As our Pursuit Strategist youllsupport key must win and retain opportunities for the firm. Working alongside Strategic Pursuit Leaders PSs support with the operational execution of pursuit activities including project and proposal management.

Reporting to the Pursuit Strategist Team Leader the Pursuits Strategist:

• Focuses on pursuits for major opportunities project managing the pursuit process and contributing to successful outcomes
• Manages client deliverables across the pursuit cycle
• Produces and delivers high-quality proposals which meet the clients expectations and adhere to EY best practice and branding guidelines
• Transfers skills knowledge and processes to Service Line / engagement teams

This is a hybrid position based in Naarm Melbourne or Warrang Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Execute best practices to ensure an efficient pursuit process collaborating with the Strategic Pursuit Leader to define roles and responsibilities within pursuit teams helpcommunicate timelines for proposals manage pursuit campaigns and monitor progress reporting to key stakeholders.
• Foster teamwork hold members accountable for contributions and coordinate with design and production teams to create client-centric documents.
• Develop strong relationships with internal teams to produce on-brand budget-compliant materials and support oral presentation preparations creation and communication of compelling value propositions translating them into clear messaging for proposals and collateral.
• Share pursuit skills and knowledge maintain the Pursuits and Proposals Zone and participate in learning programs to enhance team capabilities.
• Act as a document reviewer share insights and mentor new Pursuit Strategists to foster a collaborative environment.

Skills and attributes for success

• 4 years experience in a sales or marketing environment which must include considerable bid management / coordination experience
• Experience in professional services favourable
• Must have a strong personal presence and the ability to influence without authority

Ideally youll also have the skills and attributes below but dont worry if you dont tick all the boxes. Were interested in your aptitude attitude and willingness to learn.

• Well-developed creative skills and the ability to express them in writing and verbally
• Strong writing skills with the ability to write interesting persuasive clear and accurate messages
• A strong sense of urgency and flexibility
• Ability to work under pressure maintain control show determination and persistence

What we offer you

At EY well fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learnmore.

• Career development:At EY your career is yours to shape!Well develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year and family-friendly policies including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
• Salary:We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders past present and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at equity and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities cultures sexual orientations and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting so if you have questions before or during your application we welcome you to get in touch ator(option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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