Line of Service
Internal Firm Services
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
IFS - Clients & Markets
Management Level
Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
PwC Ireland- Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential!
Purpose-led work you’ll be part of
As the Head of Pursuits , you will lead the PwC pursuits team in driving strategic pursuits and proposals in a dynamic Business Development Department that services the entire Firm. T hrough managing critical pursuits, competitive proposals, and supporting opportunity strategy development , your leadership will directly contribute to the firm's growth and success. In this role you will be at the forefront of engaging with our proposition leaders and client facing partners . You will manage a team and suppliers that support and d e liver the full suite of pursuit services including pursuit strategy development, managing pursuit implementation including deliverables and post pursuit review s.
Develop and manage external stakeholder relationships required for supporting pursuit s ( d esign and creative agencies, content writers, communication coaches , printers ) ensuring the highest quality d eliver ables that are aligned with our brand ing guidelines.
Education / professional qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Marketing, Business, Project Management, or related field. Advanced degree (MBA, etc.) preferred.
Minimum 10 years of experience in business development and client engagement within professional services, with a strong focus on strategic growth initiatives. Including 7+ years specialising in pursuit management, proposal development, and strategy to secure high-value opportunities in complex environments
The candidate will display as many of the following skills as possible:
Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland
W e believe that challenges are better solved together! We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.
We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC . ( https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html ).
Being appreciated for being you
Our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color , national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status . We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge . ( https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/ )
You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie .
Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information.
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, Analytical Thinking, Bid Proposals, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Content Editing, Creative Design, Creativity, Customer Value Proposition (CVP), Data-Driven Insights, Data Storytelling, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Employee Value Proposition, Inclusion, Influence, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, National Sales Training, Negotiation Coaching, Negotiation Styles, Optimism {+ 18 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
