Remote/Hybrid Proposal Writer II | RFP Expert

Remote Co.; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Annual bonuses

Stock purchase option

11 paid holidays

Up to 20 days PTO

Job summary

Remote Co. is seeking a Proposal Writer II in the United States. The role focuses on preparing high-quality RFPs, proposals, and bids in collaboration with underwriters and sales professionals. Location options include hybrid or remote within the continental US.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of experience, and strong editing, writing, and Microsoft Office skills. The salary range is $55,000 to $80,000, with comprehensive benefits and performance incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• At least 2 years of work-related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• With limited supervision, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, relies on knowledge of commonly used concepts and practices in the preparation of high-quality, RFP Spreadsheets and formal RFPs, customized proposals, presentations, and bids working in conjunction with underwriters and sales professionals
• Observes and assists more experienced team members underwrite yearly renewals of group cases and/or review individual account underwriting cases based on thorough analysis of the group’s financial condition, participation percentage, type of industry, participating employee demographics, and past claim experience
• Identifies and communicates recommended improvements of processes and information for bid and proposal packages; comprehends prospective client requirements; researches and drafts responses to formal Request For Proposal (RFP) questions enhancing the responses to meet or exceed the client’s requirements positioning Aflac to win
• Coordinates with subject matter experts within marketing and other divisions in the enhancement of proposals to increase win rate; in partnership with the Underwriters, communicates bid information to sales personnel; assists to increase percentage of bids won
• Researches, compiles, writes, edits, and proofreads proposals, bids, and other written documents, as requested by the sales and management; validates contractual and documentation packages for quality, accuracy, persuasiveness, and compliance with company practices
• Integrates the various pieces of information gathered from all departments into a comprehensive presentation; creates and modifies graphics to convey ideas, methodologies, and approaches
• Maintains the internal archive of proposal documents, product information, correspondence, and other proposal information; organizes and maintains proposal and product data using print and electronic tools to ensure that current and accurate information is captured appropriately
• Provides research, administration, and coordination for all forms of proposal research; provides reports based on findings; locates statistical data and interprets in various formats to the team and/or management
• Resolves problems and answers questions from sales professionals pertaining to assigned proposals; works independently to analyze issues to determine best solutions; sets priorities, plans and organizes workload, and meets established deadlines; maintains consistent communication with the Underwriter and Aflac departments to ensure issues are resolved
• Assists in analyzing risk and financial data to underwrite new business opportunities for smaller or less complex group cases as needed; works closely with more experienced underwriters to learn Aflac’s products and processes
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Editing

proofreading

Word processing

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Analytical

Teamwork

Meeting deadlines

Aflac products knowledge

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree In a related field

2 years of work-related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Remote Co. is seeking a Proposal Writer II in the United States. The role focuses on preparing high-quality RFPs, proposals, and bids in collaboration with underwriters and sales professionals. Location options include hybrid or remote within the continental US.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of experience, and strong editing, writing, and Microsoft Office skills. The salary range is $55,000 to $80,000, with comprehensive benefits and performance incentives.