Part-Time Grant Writer
Chicago, IL
Category: Administrative
Reference ID: 10083189
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/bHbBXY
Job Title: Part-Time Grant Writer
Industry: Law Firm
Location (city, state): Chicago, IL
Assignment Type: Contract | Part-Time | Project-Based
Pay: $35 – $40 / hour
Work Schedule: 15–20 hours per week, based on project needs. Hybrid initially, with potential to transition to remote work. Candidates must reside in the Chicago area.
Benefits: This position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits, depending on individual selections and applicable work‑hour factors.
About The Company:
Our client is an established law firm seeking an experienced RFP / Grant Writer to provide specialized writing and proposal development support. The firm handles a diverse range of legal matters and offers a collaborative, professional environment. This opportunity is ideal for a skilled legal proposal writer who enjoys independent, project-based work and a flexible schedule.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time RFP / Grant Writer to assist a Chicago-based law firm with developing high-quality proposals, grant submissions, and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs). This individual will collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to create persuasive, accurate, and well-organized submissions that support the firm's business development initiatives.
The ideal candidate has previous experience writing proposals and grant applications within the legal industry and is comfortable working independently on a consulting or as-needed basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine compelling RFP submissions, funding applications, and business proposals tailored to specific opportunities.
- Partner with legal professionals and internal departments to collect relevant information and translate complex material into clear, effective written content.
- Coordinate the proposal development process, ensuring submissions align with client expectations and established guidelines.
- Review and proofread documents for accuracy, consistency, professionalism, and compliance with submission requirements.
- Organize and maintain reusable proposal resources, including professional biographies, practice descriptions, and firm qualifications.
- Track upcoming deadlines, prioritize assignments, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Provide writing and administrative support for multiple proposal initiatives as business needs arise.
Qualifications:
- Previous RFP or proposal writing experience within a law firm or legal services environment is required.
- Demonstrated experience developing grant applications, formal proposals, and responses to competitive RFPs.
- Exceptional written communication, editing, and proofreading abilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail when preparing professional documents.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, leadership, and other internal stakeholders.
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
- Availability to support assignments on a flexible, part-time, project-driven schedule.
- Must be located in the greater Chicago area and available for an initial hybrid arrangement.
Additional Details:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract Duration: Ongoing project-based engagement
- Hours: Approximately 15–20 hours weekly when projects are active; hours may fluctuate depending on workload.
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid to start, with the possibility of remote flexibility.
- Employment Structure: Flexible contract opportunity with work assigned according to business needs.
Perks:
- Flexible, part-time schedule ideal for an experienced consultant or freelance legal writer.
- Opportunity to work with established legal professionals on meaningful proposal and grant initiatives.
- Long-term opportunity for recurring projects.
- Independent, specialized work with opportunities to collaborate across legal practice teams.
| Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. |
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