Proposal Writer

The Elevance Health Companies, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Incentive bonus programs

Job summary

Elevance Health is seeking a Proposal Writer for a hybrid role. The candidate should reside within commuting distance of an eligible office and work general business hours with 1-2 days in-office per week to collaborate and stay connected.

Responsibilities include creating standard proposal responses, leveraging core content, and collaborating with SMEs to develop new solutions. Requires a BA/BS and 2+ years in healthcare proposal writing.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a related field and minimum of 2 years of health care specific proposal writing experience; or any combination of education and experience providing an equivalent background.

Responsibilities

• Write standard proposal responses to win and retain existing business.

Job description

Job Details

• Anticipated End Date: 2026-11-02
• Position Title: Proposal Writer
• Job Description: Proposal Writer
• LOCATION: This is a hybrid role. You must be within a commutable distance of an eligible office.
• HOURS: General business hours, Monday through Friday. Hybrid -This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace.
• Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
• Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for writing standard proposal responses to win and retain existing business.
• Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Creates standard proposal responses leveraging the core content repository, develops written solutions, leveraging best practices, brand standards, innovative ideas, and reviewer insights.
• Identifies and creates standard content for the proposal database and edits content.
• Aligns multiple written communication efforts with the overall company messaging and goals.
• Partners with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop new solutions and obtain direction to create alternative solutions.
• Serves as a communications resource for business leaders and collaborates across various areas to support enterprise-wide selling initiatives.
• May collaborate and partner with senior writers on more complex responses.

Required Qualifications

• Requires a BA/BS degree in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of health care specific proposal writing experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proposal RFP experience in the healthcare industry is highly preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of Proposal Automation Software strongly preferred.
• Experience using AI/Automation tools to draft, refine, and improve RFP responses and to automate Proposal processes.
• You must interact confidently with key stakeholders and subject matter experts and be comfortable influencing decision-making.
• Excellent written, oral, presentation and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to negotiate expectations between multiple parties is needed for this position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, most notably expertise in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook is needed for this position.

Salary & Location

For candidates working in person or virtually in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $85,536 - $134,136.

• Location(s): Woodland Hills, California
• Location(s): Denver, Colorado
• Location(s): Wallingford, Connecticut
• Location(s): Seattle, Washington

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement)
• medical
• dental
• vision
• short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k) +match
• stock purchase plan
• life insurance
• wellness programs
• financial education resources, to name a few.

Job Level & Shift

• Job Level: Non-Management Exempt
• Workshift: Job Family: MKT > Proposal Mgmt

Agency Application Policy

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

Health & Safety

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the following form: Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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