We have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing and Proposal Executive to join our growing marketing team at A&O Shearman.
Department Purpose
Our global BD, marketing, and communications teams drive the firm's business objectives by supporting partners and associates in building trusted client relationships, winning new work, and positioning the firm as a leading global law firm. The function operates as one team worldwide, combining central groups (e.g., Communications, Events) with embedded BD professionals supporting offices, practice groups, sectors, and clients. This role supports the global Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure (ENRI) practice, primarily focusing on energy and energy transition, while assisting with broader practice initiatives.
Role Purpose
In this role, you will focus on implementing the BD strategy across the energy subsectors, including emerging energy transition technologies such as green fuels, carbon capture & storage and the battery mineral value chain. You will support the development and growth of the practice by working collaboratively across borders on sector‑driven BD activities (focusing on pitches), campaigns and initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in the energy and infrastructure sectors looking for a role that spans A&O Shearman's core products and priority sector groups.
What you will do
Primary
* Lead proposals, pitches, and credentials for energy and energy transition work; track outcomes and feedback.
* Manage marketing systems, collateral, credentials, and web content; suggest process improvements.
* Prepare directory and award submissions to enhance market presence.
Secondary
* Conduct market/client research and maintain intelligence flow.
* Support client events and hospitality opportunities.
* Assist with firm‑wide and practice‑specific projects.
What you will have
* Proven experience leading pitches in professional services or sector‑related organizations.
* Strategic insight and ability to align BD activities with business goals.
* Knowledge of energy markets and transition trends.
* Significant BD/marketing experience at senior level.
* Experience leading the RfP process from start to finish.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and influencing skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure; proactive and creative approach.
* Experience delivering BD strategies aligned with strategic goals.
What we can offer you
* Occupational pension scheme.
* Group income protection cover.
* Private medical insurance.
* Mental health resources and free apps.
* Health and wellbeing services, including GP service, emergency back‑up care support, parental and special leave.
* Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service.
* Holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.
Disability support
Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.
Equal opportunities
We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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