EY Deal Support Specialist - Supervising Associate 

Argentina, Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires 

608048791

Strategic Pursuit and Opportunity Management:

• Gather information through secondary research (both internal and external sources) and generate top-notch deliverables such as company profiles, competitor insights, trend analysis, and other valuable assets to support pre and proposal development phases.
• Prepare and drive project management plan throughout the deal cycle by acting as a point of contact in managing the end-to-end process including but not limited to organizing meetings, preparing meeting notes, finalizing timelines and accountabilities as per deadlines.
• Owns the preparation of kick-off documents, CV collation for team book, orals preparation and credentials pack. Support in the development of draft proposal sections based on deal requirement.
• Liaise with the broader team in development of client collaterals such as storyboards, placemats, proposals and internal presentations
• Establish and maintain clear and transparent communication and build strong stakeholders’ relationships by exhibiting professional etiquettes and adhering to agreed timelines and quality benchmarks
• Manage a repository of Regional, Market Segment or Service Line client-facing collateral as appropriate
• Exhibit innovative thinking and flexible approach while managing complex and out-of-scope requests
• Own and maintain repository of client presentations, RFQ responses, marketing collateral, etc.

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:

• Critical thinking, organized, detail – oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills including telephone, MS Teams and e-mail support

Supervision Responsibilities:

• This role will have supervisory responsibilities and direct reports
• Will be responsible for leading a region, stakeholder management and governance
• Act as a counselor for Pursuit Coordinators (Senior Associate and Associate Ranks)
• Quality review of deliverables

Skills and attributes for success

• Prior experience in Deals/pre-sales/bid management and project management
• Excellent communications skills (verbal, written and listening)
• Good business acumen and understanding of business development, Deal/ project management and coordination skills
• Expert in computer skills like Microsoft suite and Internet-based research
• Experience with SharePoint is desirable
• Able to build collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders

Education:

• University/bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s in business administration

Experience:

• 6 Yrs to 11 Yrs
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with large Global organization preferably in a professional services firm
• Proven ability to influence and build collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English is essential as the role requires direct communication with international team members
• Well versed in using MS Office

Certification Requirements:

• Expected to remain current on EY training and curriculum (e.g. Account Management Framework (AMF), Badges, etc.)
• APMP and or PMP Certification would be added advantage

Ideally, you’ll also have

• As the job involves responding to clients' needs and varying time zones, long/flexible hours are regularly required
• Moderate travel – for attending leadership meetings/trainings

Technologies and Tools

• Excellent MS office skills, specifically PowerPoint are required

What we offer

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success, as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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