Pursuits Assistant

Pursuits Assistant(Entry Level)

Location: Crystal Lake, Chicago, Mokena, or Naperville, IL or Milwaukee, WI

Salary Range: $43,630 -$54,537

Reports to: Marketing Manager

Position Summary:

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2023 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Primary functions are to maintain marketing information systems, develop proposals and presentations (coordinate, strategize, compose), and support the Business Development efforts of the firm.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and delivery of high quality and timely engineering proposals, qualifications, reports, presentations, brochures, award submittals, and other communications.
• Participate in kick-off meetings and assist in proposal production activities.
• Communicate and interact with engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Edit technical content for target audiences.
• CRM database maintenance, including writing and organizing resumes and project descriptions.

Education, Experience, and Special Skills Required

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations or journalism, or other related field of study, or 3 or more years of relevant working experience.
• Experience working in marketing or communications setting a plus.
• Working knowledge in Adobe InDesign and familiarity with Adobe's Creative Suite a plus.
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer