Senior RFP Writer

Empower; West Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior RFP Marketing Associate, where you will lead the proposal process for various sectors, including corporations and government bodies. This role emphasizes independent handling of RFPs, from research to submission, ensuring high-quality and timely responses. You'll work in a flexible environment that values work-life balance and internal mobility, contributing to a culture of inclusion and community service. If you have a passion for transforming financial lives and possess strong communication and organizational skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Time

Business Casual Environment

Leave of Absence Programs

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in proposal development in retirement plan services.
• Thorough understanding of the proposal development process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire RFP process from receipt to submission.
• Compose and edit proposal documents ensuring high-quality responses.

Skills

Proposal Development

Research

Communication Skills

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Education

BS/BA in Marketing

BS/BA in Communications

BS/BA in English

BS/BA in Journalism

Tools

Upland Qvidian

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

As a Senior RFP Marketing Associate, you will create and submit responses in reply to RFPs, as well as other related documents for various sectors, including corporations, government bodies, education institutions, the healthcare field, and Taft-Hartley organizations (unions). You'll independently handle the entire proposal process, from devising winning strategies, compiling necessary content, to crafting and refining proposals and qualification documents.The Senior RFP Marketing Associate will have a particular focus on the mega market segment, as well as on new and emerging business areas such as consumer-directed healthcare and stock plan services.

What you will do :

• Conduct research to understand client needs, industry trends, and competitor offerings
• Oversee the entire RFP process from RFP receipt to submission by established timelines
• Compose and edit proposal documents in a professional and credible manner ensuring timely and high-quality responses
• Coordinate with sales team members and cross-functional teams to develop custom responses as needed to meet strategic proposal objectives
• Lead and serve as a key contributor on cross-functional projects, process enhancements, special projects
• Support a range of project complexities; primarily above average and complex projects, with added support for simple and average projects as volumes demand

What you will bring :

• Thorough understanding of the proposal development process and previous experience coordinating all facets of the proposal process : coordination, interfacing with subject experts and project teams, editing / proofing, production, and quality control
• BS / BA in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related discipline
• Minimum five to seven years’ experience developing proposals in retirement plan services or professional services environment
• Experience with Upland Qvidian (or other content management software)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting

What will set you apart :

• Understanding of investment and retirement terminology desired
• Strong organization and time management skills demonstrated by the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to think critically and draw from several resources to create simple, unified, persuasive output
• Experience mentoring and training others with less tenure or expertise
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and experience working with Adobe Creative Suite
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT / OPT.

PJMK

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 / year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - internal networks that rally around common interest, experiences and identities such as race, ethnicity, gender, ability, military status and sexual orientation. BRGs play a vital role in educating and engaging our people and advancing our business priorities.

Base Salary Range

64,300.00 - $90,850.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and / or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer

• Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

• For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.

Job Posting End Date at 12 : 01 am on :

05-07-2025

Want the latest money news and views shaping how we live, work and play? Sign up for Empower’s free newsletter and check out The Currency.

Workplace Flexibility : Remote - Nationwide