RFP Analyst

Symetra; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,258,000 - 118,474,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching up t

Paid time away

Hybrid/telecommuting options

Community matching gifts

Job summary

Symetra is seeking an RFP Support Specialist to supplement sales efforts within the Benefits division. You will log RFP requests, gather underwriting information, and monitor the process to ensure compliance.

This role requires a solid understanding of how Symetra products fit in the marketplace and the ability to add value to the business. The position offers flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements, plus a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree a plus.
• 1-3 years of cumulative, relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and submit RFP requests for evaluation; enter data into the database and ensure underwriting requirements are met.
• Partner with the sales team to ensure timely delivery of proposals and sales materials.

Skills

RFP coordination

Proposal data entry

Underwriting information gathering

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the role

The primary role is to supplement sales efforts for sales teams within the Benefits division. Sales efforts include timely logging of all requests for proposals (RFPs), obtaining required information necessary for underwriting to review, and monitoring the RFP process to ensure compliance. This position involves having an excellent understanding of how Symetra products fit within the external marketplace and leveraging it to add value to the business.

What you will do

• Review and submit RFP requests for evaluation within a timely manner. Enter RFP data into the appropriate database. Ensure all requirements needed to assess risk are received and delivered to Underwriting. Request additional information if needed. Identify and initiate RFP questionnaire requests. Continually monitor RFP due dates and actively manage RFP process to ensure compliance. Partner with sales team to ensure timely delivery of proposal and any sales material, if needed. Follow RFP Mailbox records management process. Maintain sales activity request logs.
• Provide back-up support to other field offices when needed.

• Other tasks or projects as assigned.

Why Work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees share about why they choose to work at Symetra:

"I chose to work at Symetra because of the talented people I knew and the strong reputation they shared. Since joining in June 2021, what's kept me here is the genuine sense of inclusion, respect, and teamwork. Symetra's 'We' culture is more than a saying-it shows up in how teams collaborate and support one another. " - Johnna W., RFP Team Lead

"Joining Symetra was the best career move I've ever made! Friends encouraged me to apply, and from day one, I felt truly welcomed. Even as a telecommuter, I feel deeply connected and engaged with my team-we've built strong working relationships and genuine friendships. I love my job, the people, and the opportunity to learn something new every day." - Toni M., RFP Analyst

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are built to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%.
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays.
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching.
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview.

Compensation

Hourly Range: $24.62 - $41.04 plus eligibility for annual bonus program.

Who You Are

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience, college degree a plus.
• 1-3 years of cumulative, relevant experience

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered