Janette Simmonds

Background

About Janette Simmonds

I am a North American Pursuit Driver at RSM, the leading professional services provider to the middle market globally. My role involves leading and coordinating complex public sector proposals across Canada. I have over two years of experience and a proven track record of delivering high-quality proposals, resulting in $5.5M in proposal wins with more opportunities in the pipeline. Collaborating with pursuit teams and other stakeholders, I create high-impact proposals that address the needs of our prospects and position the firm as the best choice for our client's needs. My responsibilities include developing targeted, brand-compliant messaging that showcases our value proposition, firm differentiators, and strategic messages. I am the primary writer and quality assurance reviewer for pursuit-related materials, helping to ensure they meet the firm's style, brand, and communication guidelines. I utilize project management tools and principles to manage document production, maintain clear communication with the team, and support the firm's future vision by collaborating with subject matter experts and growth acceleration teams. With a bachelor's degree in English and Political Science and over two years of experience in business writing and proposal development in a professional services environment, I have a strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, and the ability to communicate data and content through written and visual mediums with diverse audiences. I have an in-depth understanding of the Associated Press style and the skills to multi-task, prioritize, and operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Being detail-oriented, productive, and able to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, I am looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to leverage my skills and experience in the public sector domain.