Senior Associate at Grant Thornton LLP — BranchFactor

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Expected experience: 2–4 yrs
Management level: Individual contributor
Employment: Hybrid
Contract: Full-time

Compensation

Base salary	US$72,000 – US$100,000 / yr

Role speciality

Proposal Creation

Useful technologies

Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word

Preferred qualifications

Field of studyCommunications, Business, Marketing, English

Study levelBachelor's

Original posting

Grant Thornton is seeking a Proposal Creation Senior Associate to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.

As a Proposal Creation Specialist in our Connected Sales & Marketing function, you will get the opportunity to craft compelling, client-focused proposal narratives that showcase our firm's tax, audit, and advisory capabilities to prospective clients. Working within the Sales Excellence Team, you'll translate our offerings into clear value propositions, collaborate with subject matter experts to develop winning content, and support the full proposal lifecycle from qualification to submission. From day one, you'll be empowered by our extensive knowledge resources, industry insights, and collaborative technology platforms to create proposals that differentiate our firm and drive business growth.

Your Day-to-Day May Include:

Managing the end-to-end proposal development process from initial request intake through content creation to final delivery, with focus on supporting strategic pursuits in the Technology industry on the West Coast. Ability to work West Coast hours is required
Collaborating with business development teams and subject matter experts to understand client needs, and craft tailored value propositions focused on winning strategies
Developing compelling executive summaries, approach methodologies, and solution narratives that address specific client challenges
Curating and customizing professional biographies, case studies, and qualification statements that showcase relevant expertise
Researching industry trends, competitive positioning, and market insights to enhance proposal messaging and differentiation
Incorporating AI tools into day-to-day proposal development activities to accelerate research, draft and refine content, summarize source materials, and improve workflow efficiency while applying sound judgment and quality review
Coordinating with pricing specialists to integrate fee structures and scope descriptions that align with proposed solutions
Ensuring quality control through rigorous editing, formatting, and compliance with firm brand standards and proposal requirements
Managing multiple proposal projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Maintaining and continuously improving proposal content libraries, templates, and best practice resources
Supporting proposal review sessions and incorporating feedback from stakeholders to strengthen final deliverables
Other duties as assigned

You Have the Following Technical Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, English, or related field
2-4 years of experience in proposal writing, content development, or similar roles, preferably in professional services
Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail and quality
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive content
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly advanced skills in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Experience with proposal automation software or content management systems preferred
Experience using AI-enabled tools as part of daily work, including drafting, editing, summarizing, research support, content optimization, and productivity enhancement
Strong project management capabilities with ability to prioritize competing demands
Knowledge of professional services industry offerings and competitive landscape
Exceptional collaborative skills with ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
Outstanding communication abilities with experience coordinating with onshore teams
Commitment to continuous improvement and eagerness to stay current on industry trends
Can travel as needed

The base salary range for this position is between $72,000 and $100,000. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.