Proposal Writer (Remote)

Cengage; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Technical Proposal Writer to join their dynamic RFP team. In this role, you will create and manage high-quality proposal content that effectively communicates the company's value to clients. Your expertise in writing, editing, and content management will be crucial in tailoring responses to meet client needs. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, leveraging AI tools to enhance content creation. If you are passionate about writing and education, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of professional writing experience required.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills needed.
• Experience with proposal management platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft clear, compelling responses to RFPs and client requests.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy.
• Maintain and optimize content within the RFP software platform.

Skills

Proposal Writing

Technical Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Content Management

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

AI Tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Responsive

Job description

We believe in the power and joy of learning

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery

Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Proposal Writer to support our RFP (Request for Proposal) team. This role is responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining high-quality, client-facing proposal content that effectively communicates our value and capabilities. The ideal candidate is a strong writer who can work cross-functionally, manage multiple projects at once, and contribute to a fast-paced, deadline-driven team. You will also play a key role in managing our content library within our proposal management platform (Responsive, formerly RFPIO) and leveraging AI tools to help scale our RFP content operations.

What you'll do here:

• Draft clear, compelling, and accurate responses to RFPs, RFIs, DDQs, and other client requests.

• Translate technical, operational, or legal input into persuasive, audience-appropriate language.

• Tailor existing content to reflect the specific needs and goals of each proposal.

• Maintain and optimize content within our RFP software platform (Responsive).

• Tag, categorize, and update reusable content for accuracy, relevance, and accessibility.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure all content reflects current offerings and company standards.

• Use approved AI tools to assist with content creation, editing, and scaling.

• Help develop templates, content snippets, and style guides to ensure consistency and efficiency across responses.

• Work closely with the Manager of RFP Submissions, proposal writers, contract managers, sales, marketing, and legal teams.

• Participate in content reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and process improvement efforts.

Skills you will need here:

• 2-5 years of professional writing experience (proposal writing, technical writing, marketing copywriting, or journalism).

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to tone and detail.

• Experience managing content in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and writing tools.

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred:

• Experience using proposal management platforms (especially Responsive).

• Familiarity with B2B, publishing, media, or education industries.

• Experience using AI-assisted writing tools.

• Understanding of APMP best practices (certification is a plus but not required).

Cengage Group is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.

Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or at [phone].

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

$52,000.00 - $70,000.00 USD