Proposal Manager II - Virtual

alight; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellbeing programs

Retirement matching

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Continuing education

Career growth

Job summary

Alight is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager to lead the strategic vision for winning solutions, coordinating cross-functional teams, and shaping compelling, customized content that elevates Alight's competitive position.

You will guide opportunities from initial assessment through final submission, ensuring alignment with client needs and rigorous compliance. With a focus on proposal excellence, you’ll advance quality, collaboration, and innovative messaging across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of proposal management experience, ideally in the benefits industry.
• Demonstrate ability to lead multiple high stakes projects simultaneously.
• Possess exceptional writing, editing, and persuasive communication skills.
• Be an influential leader, collaborator, and detail detail oriented under strict deadlines.
• Possess advanced proficiency with MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and RFP/proposal software.
• Able to synthesize complex information and tailor messaging for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Taking full ownership of the complete proposal lifecycle, from initial opportunity assessment to final submission of the most complex, must win proposals.
• Developing and maintain detailed project schedules and document all client requirements.
• Assigning, communicating, and tracking responsibilities across cross-functional teams.
• Ensuring every proposal strictly adheres to compliance standards and RFP instructions.
• Identifying risks early and implement solutions to maintain timelines and proposal quality.
• Shaping proposal strategy, messaging, and structure to highlight Alight's value.
• Customizing standard content to align with each client's goals and unique needs.
• Drafting or refining executive summaries and technical sections to ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Partnering with sales, legal, finance, product, and SMEs to gather and synthesize inputs.
• Collaborating with graphics teams to ensure visuals and messaging are aligned and impactful.
• Mentoring junior proposal team members as needed to support quality and consistency.

Skills

Proposal management

Leadership

Writing & editing

Cross-functional collaboration

Synthesis of complex information

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe Acrobat

RFP software

Job description

Come make a difference and consider this unique opportunity to step into a rewarding career.

Amazing Opportunity and Great Place to Work!

Our story

At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight." We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

• Health, dental and vision coverages starting Day One.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Retirement plans with contribution matching.
• Generous time off.
• Parental leave.
• Continuing education.
• Career growth opportunities.

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 6 years in a row.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including "Great Place to Work" for the past 7 years and Fortune's "Best Companies to Work For."

To learn more about our company culture and awards.

About the Role

As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will command strategic vision, orchestrate collaboration, and drive winning solutions that set Alight apart. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with client needs, and craft compelling, customized content that elevate Alight's competitive position. Your work will help drive proposal excellence through innovation, service excellence, and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

Taking full ownership of the complete proposal lifecycle, from initial opportunity assessment to final submission of the most complex, must win proposals. Both new business and retention opportunities exist, and your expertise will include developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, outlining all client requirements, and proactively assigning and tracking responsibilities across cross-functional teams.

• Developing and maintain detailed project schedules and document all client requirements.
• Assigning, communicating, and tracking responsibilities across cross-functional teams.
• Ensuring every proposal strictly adheres to compliance standards and RFP instructions.
• Identifying risks early and implement solutions to maintain timelines and proposal quality.
• Shaping proposal strategy, messaging, and structure to highlight Alight's value.
• Customizing standard content to align with each client's goals and unique needs.
• Drafting or refining executive summaries and technical sections to ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Partnering with sales, legal, finance, product, and SMEs to gather and synthesize inputs.
• Collaborating with graphics teams to ensure visuals and messaging are aligned and impactful.
• Mentoring junior proposal team members as needed to support quality and consistency.

Requirements

• 8-12+ years of proposal management experience, ideally in the benefits industry.
• Demonstrate ability to lead multiple high stakes projects simultaneously.
• Possess exceptional writing, editing, and persuasive communication skills.
• Be an influential leader, collaborator, and detail detail oriented under strict deadlines.
• Possess advanced proficiency with MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and RFP/proposal software.
• Able to synthesize complex information and tailor messaging for diverse audiences.

Application and Interview

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are ded