Senior Associate

Job Description

We’re searching for a Senior Associate of New Business who will assist in the research, development, and execution of new business responses and proposals. 

Job Description:

• Project manage key deliverables, client documents, deadlines and pitch participants
• Work with the business development team on RFIs, RFPs and presentation responses within tight timelines
• Work closely with pitch lead to ensure all documents contain the newest and most relevant material
• Research and compile brand and client background documents
• Learn Digitas and Publicis Groupe offerings and capabilities, positioning, and case studies
• Manage the satisfactory preparation and timely delivery of all pitch materials
• Liaison for Finance, IT, Legal, and Proofing & Presentations
• Attend and participates in meetings with executives and capability leads
• Participate as a collaborative team player within the capability, at Digitas and with internal clients and peers
• Maintain various archiving databases for case studies, assets, and content from past pitches, including all submitted written response documents and presentation materials
• Secure most relevant and up-to-date agency content on an ongoing basis
• Represents Digitas appropriately with clients, community, and personal network

Qualifications

• A self-motivated individual who can assume ownership and responsibility for projects and tasks
• Strong research and analytical skills with proven ability to demonstrate interpretation capabilities
• Familiar with the agency landscape & industry
• Comfortable working under pressure in a high visibility role
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Proactive and eager, ability to work on a semi-autonomous basis
• Highly collaborative and capable of working as part of a constantly evolving team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to prepare clear and concise strategic documents
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrates empathy and commitment to the pitch team, proven ability to manage expectations
• Four year degree, 2-4 years relevant experience, preferably in an agency setting
• Ability to travel and work occasional off hours

Got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you!