Securities Services Americas Proposals Writer – Associate

Be part of a dynamic team that helps J.P. Morgan win new business by delivering compelling, customized proposals and sales materials. Your work will directly impact our success in the Americas region and beyond.

Job summary
As a Proposal Writer in the Securities Services Sales Enablement Group, you’ll collaborate with sales, product, and subject matter experts to develop persuasive proposals and pitchbooks. You’ll manage multiple projects, synthesize input from diverse stakeholders, and ensure our materials reflect client needs and firm strategy. This role is based in New York and reports to the Americas Proposals Manager.

Job responsibilities

• Create best-in-class proposals for the Americas region and other regions as needed
• Manage proposals and relationship documents, utilizing excellent written communication
• Project manage multiple documents with different stakeholders and tight deadlines
• Review and analyze proposal needs to determine key project requirements and construct tailored materials
• Generate initial drafts using content knowledge base and other sources
• Organize teams of subject matter experts and coordinate their timely input
• Interface with management and sales staff to ensure proposals meet client/prospect requirements and reflect bid strategy
• Drive the deal process and provide consultative input and direction toward completion
• Proactively identify risks and red flags that may derail projects
• Synthesize information from multiple stakeholders into professional, competitive proposals aligned with firm branding
• Coordinate with subject matter experts and content manager to update central knowledge base
• Build and maintain relationships with internal clients across regions, understanding cultural nuances
• Communicate effectively with the Regional Proposal Manager regarding activity in the region
• Represent the best interests of Securities Services and the Sales Enablement Group in all interactions

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Solid background in writing sales documents, understanding key messages and unique selling points
• Demonstrated understanding of the securities services industry and associated products
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage tight schedules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to engage and influence partners and stakeholders
• Advanced degree or post-graduate diploma preferred but not required
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Power Point

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Knowledge and experience with Qvidian and Salesforce preferred
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build relationships globally
• Self-starter with sound judgment and ability to operate independently and apply initiative