Associate Pre-Sales Specialist - Technology Solutions

About the Role

Our client, a US-based IT and services company catering to government and Fortune 500 clients, is seeking motivated fresh graduates or entry-level talent to join as Associate Pre-Sales Specialists in Technology Solutions. This full-time, onsite position is based in Gurugram, Haryana, working five days a week during the US shift from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM IST. Transportation and meals are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Craft and assist in the preparation of business and technical proposals, presentations, capability documents, case studies, and client-facing collateral.
• Analyze client requirements such as RFPs, RFIs, and Statements of Work to tailor relevant technology solutions.
• Develop clear, persuasive, and business-centric content on topics including Full-Stack Development, AI/ML, Data Engineering and Analytics, QA and Test Automation, Cloud and DevOps, Digital Transformation, Application Modernization, Enterprise Development, and IT Infrastructure services.
• Conduct thorough market, competitor, industry, and technology research to inform proposal content.
• Collaborate with technical experts to gather inputs and translate them into structured, compelling proposal materials.
• Prepare executive summaries, value propositions, solution overviews, and differentiators for client proposals.
• Support creation of marketing collateral, website content, social media posts, and sales campaigns.
• Create diagrams, process flows, staffing plans, timelines, and solution presentations.
• Maintain and enhance the company's library of proposal templates, case studies, resumes, and capability statements.
• Ensure all proposals are accurate, professionally formatted, and submitted on time.
• Participate actively in client discussions, internal meetings, and proposal reviews.
• Utilize AI-based productivity tools responsibly to enhance research and content development.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM earned from an IIM or another premier management institution via CAT or equivalent.
• Preferably holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or related fields.
• Candidates without a technical undergraduate degree must show practical exposure through projects, internships, certifications, freelance work involving Python, SQL, AI, Data Analytics, Development, Cloud, or Automation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong command of English grammar and business writing.
• Ability to simplify complex technical terms into clear business language.
• Strong research, analytical, presentation, and documentation capabilities.
• Creative thinker with interest in marketing, branding, consulting, and business development.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and ability to work under deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Willing to work onsite in Gurugram and adapt to a US night shift schedule.

Preferred Skills and Experiences

• Prior exposure to proposal writing, technical content creation, business research, consulting, or digital marketing.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and DevOps development frameworks.
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with generative AI tools for research and content development.
• Involvement in college presentations, business plans, technical reports, case studies, or research papers.
• Knowledge of design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or diagramming software.
• Participation in tech clubs, entrepreneurship, consulting, marketing clubs, hackathons, or case competitions.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Combines technical curiosity with strong business insight.
• Passionate about writing, research, storytelling, and solution development.
• Quick learner of new technologies without needing software development expertise.
• Capable of translating technical capabilities into tangible business benefits.
• Aspirant for a long-term career in pre-sales, technology consulting, marketing, or business development.
• Adept at working collaboratively across teams and managing multiple deadlines.
• Proactive, creative, detail-focused, and receptive to feedback.

Career Development

• Opportunities to advance into Pre-Sales Consultant, Proposal Specialist, Solution Consultant, Technology Marketing Specialist, Business Development Consultant, Bid Manager, Product Marketing Specialist, Solution Architect, or Account Management roles.

What the Company Offers

• Exposure to diverse and advanced technology solutions across industries.
• Engagement with projects focused on the US market.
• Training in proposal development, technical writing, solution consulting, and business communication.
• Direct mentorship and collaboration with experienced technology and sales professionals.
• A dynamic work environment conducive to rapid professional growth.