Pitch Consultant (12m Fixed Term Contract)

Pitch Consultant (12m Fixed Term Contract)

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Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.

About The Role

The Pitch Consultant is an integral part of Latham’s Business Development team. This role will be responsible for working closely with Business Development (BD) teams and partners to develop and deliver high-quality proposal documents, while drafting, editing, and finalizing external-facing Business Development materials such as credentials statements, pitch documents, and response to RFPs. This role will be located in our London office and offered on a twelve-month fixed term contract. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Conduct information gathering sessions with relevant BD teams and partners to clarify requirements, client needs, and approach
• Lead kick-off meetings to establish messaging, milestones, and the core team
• Collaborate with BD teams, lawyers, and firm resources in gathering and compiling information for credentials statements, pitch documents, and responses to RFPs
• Analyse pitch request documents to elicit compliance requirements, instructions, and evaluation criteria; undertake other response management tasks
• Collaborate with other administrative functions within the firm, including Finance, Pricing, Compliance, and General Counsel’s office to ensure alignment

• Demonstrate knowledge of pitch processes and the ability to utilize pitch management tools
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and use critical and analytical thinking skills

• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably
• Experience managing and leading strategic initiatives focused on credentials, proposals, tenders, or other written sales tools, and developing BD strategies and winning proposals
• Experience in a legal, financial services, or professional services environment (where applicable)

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will be provided with a career opportunity and comprehensive compensation package. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s benefits program, including:

• Health insurance, group income protection and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable statute.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
• Industries: Law Practice