Manager, Growth & Alliances
$60,000–$80,000 year
On-siteNew York, United States
Job Summary
Manage the full pitch lifecycle, from opportunity intake and planning through proposal submission and presentation delivery. Partner with subject matter experts and Practice Areas to develop strategic, client-focused proposals and presentations while coordinating project timelines and stakeholder contributions. Support pursuit strategies, key messaging, and proposal content aligned with client needs, ensuring adherence to brand standards and utilizing project management tools to streamline processes. Track and report on new business activities through Salesforce, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders. Collaborate across functions to identify, evaluate, and coordinate new business opportunities, develop targeted outreach campaigns, and conduct research to qualify inbound opportunities. Source and refine thought leadership content, support event planning and campaign execution, and maintain consistency across business development and marketing materials.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 4+ years supporting new business initiatives
- Background in proposal development, RFIs, RFPs, and other business development activities within client-focused environments
- Familiarity with agency, marketing, consulting, professional services, or similar organizations
- Understanding of business development, pursuit management, stakeholder engagement, and marketing best practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Google Workspace, and project management tools
- Effective writing, editing, and content development skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate projects from planning through delivery, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience collaborating across teams and functional areas to support shared goals and drive successful outcomes
- Ability to contribute to pitch and proposal efforts through research, content development, stakeholder coordination, and submission management
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to gather and synthesize information from multiple sources to inform recommendations
- Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Commitment to continuous learning, collaboration, and process improvement
- Ability to work from the office three days per week (two days per week for employees based in Los Angeles)
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the Company and clients, which may include attendance in an office
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within an advertising agency
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