Memorandum Writer (Creative Design)

Job Description 

Summary/objective

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the practice group with preparing memorandums for clients that may involve some research. This individual will need to have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, performing tasks quickly and with a high level of attention to detail. 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Researches, compiles, describes, organizes, analyzes, and presents data and information for proposals
• Attend meetings to gain insight into project and apply to proposal/grant response
• Writes coherent, organized, and compelling reports
• Collaborate with others, including project managers and clients, to document facts
• Manage multiple writing projects
• Must be adept at independent research to support written deliverables
• Must work under tight deadlines to produce written material

Work environment

Work to be performed in remotely or in a HORNE office setting 

 

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

Travel required

Likely none

Required education and experience

• On track for or has graduated with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Strong written communication skills; ability to write clearly, concisely, structured, articulate and persuasive
• Ability to manage and prioritize projects effectively to meet office and client deadlines
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work well in both independent and highly collaborative settings

[Indicate requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity]

Preferred education and experience

• Prior experience in creative writing, grant writing, legal writing,journalism, etc.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

NA

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Intern