Marketing Development & Administrative Support Assistant

Allan Pinkerton has been credited as the forerunner to the modern US Secret Service, from his seminal work in executive protection and investigations.  Pinkerton C&I, founded in 1850 by Allan Pinkerton, is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Securitas Security Services USA, Inc., (owned by one of the largest security firms in the world, Securitas AB) - with approximately 200,000 employees and $5.5 billion in revenue per year.  Pinkerton C&I holds a far reach; with worldwide capabilities and coordination of our clients, who may be limited by scope or geography.  Through our direct employees, contracted investigators, and alliance partnerships, Pinkerton C&I is able to truly offer global coverage when it comes to all the world?s major markets.

 

Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations, Inc. is currently seeking an enthusiastic self-starter, for our Arlington, VA.  office (located at Crystal City Metro).  If you think you have what it takes to penetrate the Washington area market, and the dedication to support both our Homeland Security and Consulting & Investigations practices, then please read on...

 

GENERAL PURPOSE:  Supports business development and marketing efforts; and creates opportunities for the delivery of profitable consulting and investigations business, with clients in the Washington market. Assists the Managing Director by following-up regularly with clients to assess satisfaction with service delivery and to identify additional business opportunities, working for both the Homeland Security and Consulting and Investigations practices. 

 

Primary Functions:



?  Prospects continuously for new clients through a variety of techniques including; cold calling, client penetration and participation in local business and professional organizations; leads from trade shows, advertising, website, and various sources; and follows-up with prospects.

 

?Maintains current list of all clients and prospects and enters information into database specified by the Company.  Develops sales documentation including but not limited to:  spreadsheets, correspondence, sales proposals, presentations, and internal paperwork for new customer proposals.  Prepares and presents creative presentations and supportive documentation for proposals.

 

?Provide market analysis of customers, competitors, and prospective clients.  Assist with the development of sustainable pricing in a highly competitive market.

 

?  Serves as area representative for Consulting & Investigations.  Develops, delivers and/or manages the delivery of professional services, while providing the highest quality of timely and responsive services.

 

? Perform all aspects of the billing function for the office, through our Elite financial system. Ensure the effective handling/timeliness of invoices and expense reports. 

? Manage accounts receivable and collection functions.  Follow up with clients on outstanding invoices and proceed with collection calls, when necessary.

 

 Knowledge:

 

? Bachelors Degree and 3+ years progressively responsible, related experience or equivalent.

?Excellent editing/creative writing communication skills.  Mastery of the English language ? reading, writing, and speaking - is required!  Knowledge of some Spanish helpful.  You will be required to edit and proofread documents.

 

Skills/Abilities:

 

? Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word applications. 

? Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively.

? Strong customer and results orientation.

? Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.

? Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.

 

EOE M/F/D/V