Proposal Writer

Excellent writing, editing and communication skills

Strong leadership and project management skills; can confidently lead meetings and build relationships with key collaborators

Ability to produce high quality work under tight deadlines

Meticulous attention to detail and follow-up skills

Highly motivated, proactive

Team-oriented, collaborative

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative team working at the heart of the auction business. Sotheby’s Proposals team works with business development leaders to produce highly-polished, compelling, business-winning pitch documents for our highest-priority consignment opportunities across the full breadth of Sotheby’s sale categories, from Fine Art, to Jewelry, Wine and more.

You are an expert writer and communicator who understands how to synthesize complex messages into clear and persuasive prose and can easily navigate between qualitative and quantitative arguments. You are a quick learner and a critical thinker who loves to iterate and innovate. You thrive in a fast-paced environment as a result of your impeccable project management skills, ability to build relationships with key stakeholders, attention to detail and nimble approach.

Manage overall development and production of business-winning sales proposals, pitch materials, and market reports

Work closely with senior business getters, specialists, business managers and marketing managers to develop pitch strategy, establish competitive differentiators and clearly articulate sale and marketing plans

Synthesize key messages into a cohesive and compelling written document