Lead end-to-end proposal development for strategic Technology industry pursuits: intake, research, content creation, and submission. Collaborate with subject matter experts, pricing, and BD teams to craft tailored executive summaries, methodologies, biographies, and case studies. Use Microsoft Office, proposal systems, and AI tools to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery while maintaining content libraries and templates.
Grant Thornton is seeking a Proposal Creation Senior Associate to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.
As a Proposal Creation Specialist in our Connected Sales & Marketing function, you will get the opportunity to craft compelling, client-focused proposal narratives that showcase our firm's tax, audit, and advisory capabilities to prospective clients. Working within the Sales Excellence Team, you'll translate our offerings into clear value propositions, collaborate with subject matter experts to develop winning content, and support the full proposal lifecycle from qualification to submission. From day one, you'll be empowered by our extensive knowledge resources, industry insights, and collaborative technology platforms to create proposals that differentiate our firm and drive business growth.
Your Day-to-Day May Include:
- Managing the end-to-end proposal development process from initial request intake through content creation to final delivery, with focus on supporting strategic pursuits in the Technology industry on the West Coast. Ability to work West Coast hours is required
- Collaborating with business development teams and subject matter experts to understand client needs, and craft tailored value propositions focused on winning strategies
- Developing compelling executive summaries, approach methodologies, and solution narratives that address specific client challenges
- Curating and customizing professional biographies, case studies, and qualification statements that showcase relevant expertise
- Researching industry trends, competitive positioning, and market insights to enhance proposal messaging and differentiation
- Incorporating AI tools into day-to-day proposal development activities to accelerate research, draft and refine content, summarize source materials, and improve workflow efficiency while applying sound judgment and quality review
- Coordinating with pricing specialists to integrate fee structures and scope descriptions that align with proposed solutions
- Ensuring quality control through rigorous editing, formatting, and compliance with firm brand standards and proposal requirements
- Managing multiple proposal projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Maintaining and continuously improving proposal content libraries, templates, and best practice resources
- Supporting proposal review sessions and incorporating feedback from stakeholders to strengthen final deliverables
- Other duties as assigned
You Have the Following Technical Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, English, or related field
- 2-4 years of experience in proposal writing, content development, or similar roles, preferably in professional services
- Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail and quality
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive content
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly advanced skills in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
- Experience with proposal automation software or content management systems preferred
- Experience using AI-enabled tools as part of daily work, including drafting, editing, summarizing, research support, content optimization, and productivity enhancement
- Strong project management capabilities with ability to prioritize competing demands
- Knowledge of professional services industry offerings and competitive landscape
- Exceptional collaborative skills with ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
- Outstanding communication abilities with experience coordinating with onshore teams
- Commitment to continuous improvement and eagerness to stay current on industry trends
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position is between $72,000 and $100,000. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets. About the TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [email protected].
For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.
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