Proposal Team Lead

Requisition ID: 101430 

Job Category: Administration/Support; Marketing 

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

As part of our Shared Services group, comprised of Finance, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Commercial, Legal and Facilities, we support the business achieve their goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure delivery of services through the skills of our people, methodologies, and systems.
 

Hatch is looking for an experienced Proposal Team Lead to join our global Client Action Team (CAT) in Brisbane. In this role, you will lead strategic proposals across the Australia-Asia region, guide and develop a high-performing proposal team, and help position Hatch to win our most important opportunities.  Working closely with pursuit teams and business leaders, you'll manage the end-to-end proposal process, balance regional resources, and contribute to CAT's global proposal leadership network. This role is ideal for a strategic proposal professional who combines strong people leadership with a passion for delivering winning submissions.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Lead the proposal process from RFP receipt through submission and post-submission support.
• Partner with Pursuit Managers to develop proposal plans, schedules, and compliance requirements.
• Facilitate proposal kick-offs, review sessions, strategy workshops, and progress meetings.
• Shape compelling proposal content, win themes, and client-focused messaging.
• Review submissions to ensure quality, compliance, consistency, and accuracy.
• Identify and manage risks that may impact proposal quality or deadlines.
• Lead post-submission clarifications, debriefs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the regional proposal team.
• Manage proposal resourcing and workload priorities across the AUA region.
• Support collaboration across the global CAT network and promote proposal best practices.
• Provide guidance on related CAT processes, including CRM and pursuit governance.

About You
You hold a degree or diploma in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline, along with extensive experience leading complex proposals within a professional services environment. You are a strong writer, communicator, and relationship builder who can influence stakeholders at all levels and bring teams together around a shared pursuit strategy.  You have demonstrated experience leading and developing proposal professionals, balancing competing priorities, and delivering high-quality submissions in a fast-paced environment. Advanced Microsoft Office skills are essential, while experience with SharePoint, Adobe Creative Cloud, CRM platforms, and the engineering consulting industry will be highly regarded. Most importantly, you are a proactive leader who thrives on helping teams succeed and win work.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Global project exposure across complex, impactful industries
• Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.