Bid Associate

Description

Our collective blend of expertise and experience makes PwC a great place to work. PwC Ireland welcomes top talent from all backgrounds to join us at the start of what will be your lifelong journey of development and discovery. Let's see where your talent could take you.

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Internal Firm Services - Other

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

Purpose-led work you’ll be part of

This role is a permanent Bid Associate role within the Clients and Markets Business Development Department. Your role will have a direct impact on the quality of our Firms pursuits deliverables and outcomes. As a Business Development Bid Associate, you are part of a dynamic Pursuits Team and will be instrumental in driving best quality pursuit methodology implementation.

This role provides the opportunity to learn about the Firm and its various service lines and propositions. You will be exposed to a wide range of industries, clients and targets. Working alongside service line pursuit teams you will collaborate with all grades across the business. You will liaise and connect into our wider network, and you will manage our managed services support functions who design and produce pursuit deliverables.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior team members to identify potential business opportunities and strategic partnerships. 

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform pursuit strategies and decision-making. 

• Assist in the development and execution of compelling proposals and presentations that effectively communicate our value proposition. 

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of pursuit-related activities. 

• Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pursuits, leads, and client interactions. 

• Support in the cultivation and nurturing of relationships with key stakeholders and clients. 

• Track pursuit outcomes and provide analytics and insights to improve future performance. 

• Contribute to the development and refinement of BD processes and best practices within the department. 

• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and strategy workshops to foster innovation and continuous improvement. 

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred

• Minimum 4yrs experience in business development, sales and pursuit management or a related role within a professional services firm is preferred. 

• Familiarity with the pursuits process and an understanding of industry best practices is advantageous 

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and market trends to inform business strategies. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging and persuasive proposals. 

• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software. 

• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records. 

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness. 

• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think creatively and strategically. 

• Demonstrated interest in business development and a passion for contributing to a purpose-led organisation. 

• Familiarity with graphic design principles and proficiency in PowerPoint is a plus; ability to create visually compelling presentations is desirable but not essential. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Bid Proposals, Communication, Content Editing, Creative Design, Customer Value Proposition (CVP), Data-Driven Insights, Data Storytelling, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Employee Value Proposition, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, National Sales Training, Negotiation Coaching, Negotiation Styles, Optimism, Pricing Strategy, Proposal Management, Proposal Support, Proposal Writing, Sales Consulting, Sales Enablement {+ 5 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

PwC Ireland is committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Working together in an inclusive environment enables us to harness the collective and complementary skills, knowledge, background, and networks of our people.

Job ID:634736WD

Location:Dublin

Line of Service:Internal Firm Services

Specialism:IFS - Internal Firm Services - Other