Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Senior Manager, New Business Proposals

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • California • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $220,000 - $250,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Establish the Firm’s New Business Proposals function by designing and implementing foundational processes, tools, templates, governance, and operating procedures that support efficient, high-quality proposal execution.
  • Build and organize reusable proposal content, matter descriptions, credentials language, and response libraries; identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce duplication, and improve consistency across submissions.
  • Develop practical guidance and repeatable approaches for working with attorneys and professional staff, helping to define roles, expectations, and best practices in the proposal development process.
  • Lead the preparation and production of RFPs, RFIs and surveys, ensuring submissions are clear, accurate and aligned with Firm standards.
  • Draft, edit and refine proposal content using internal resources, databases and materials from across the Firm to craft compelling responses.
  • Work closely with key CDE colleagues, attorneys, knowledge managers, and Finance to gather insights and tailor proposal materials to client needs.
  • Lead proposal timelines, track deliverables and help keep attorneys, practice group teams and cross-functional teams organized to meet deadlines.
  • Lead the creation of and format proposal drafts using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and client submission portals.
  • Maintain proposal tracking and reporting using Microsoft Excel, SharePoint and Salesforce (CRM).
  • Collaborate with Finance to gather billing rates, fee proposals, and address client fee inquiries.
  • Lead the creation of and maintain proposal tracking systems and databases that support business development initiatives across the Firm.
  • Leverage technology that can increase efficiency and enrich responses. Work with relevant AI tools to improve and enhance deliverables.

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of experience in project management, business writing, RFP submissions or a related area.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport across all levels of the organization and deliver responsive, high-quality support.
  • Flexibility and willingness to work outside core hours, including occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, discretion and advise senior stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with care and professionalism and exercise excellent judgment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling messaging.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and comfort learning new systems.
Benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementbusiness writingRFP submissionsproposal developmentproposal trackingcontent draftingworkflow streamliningdata analysisreportingprocess design
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsflexibilityindependencejudgmentdiscretionprofessionalismorganizational skillsattention to detailability to manage multiple priorities