Sr. Proposal Writer - Federal

Infosys; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to craft and manage proposals for federal clients within the public sector. The position requires extensive experience in proposal management, a strong understanding of client requirements, and excellent communication skills to create compelling proposals. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with various teams to ensure alignment with service delivery and client expectations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in public sector proposal management, preferably in technology or consulting.
• Experience with US Federal agencies like IRS, VA, and HHS.

Responsibilities

• Develop winning theme strategies and oversee proposal submissions.
• Manage compliance with RFP requirements and client needs.
• Conduct research and collaborate with various internal teams.

Skills

Communication

Proposal Management

Interpersonal Skills

Research

Education

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Proposal Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Infosys Public Services is currently seeking aSenior Proposal Writer - Federal.

Position Description (scope of work or brief narrative):
The Senior Proposal Writer will be responsible for winning theme strategy development, understanding the needs of the customer's requirements, and overseeing the development, coordination, and submission of proposals in response to requests for proposals (RFPs) from clients or potential clients. Proposal Writer specializes in creating structured, well-organized proposals to win new business or gain support for projects in the Public Sector market.

Required years of experience, training, technical skills, and other requirements for job performance:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in public sector proposal management, preferably in technology, consulting, or professional services.
• Experience working in US Federal / quasi-government agencies with emphasis on IRS, VA, and HHS.
• Participates in win theme strategy development and refinement
• Ensures incorporation of strategic themes as well as compliance with proposal requirements and RFP requirements
• Develops ideas and mock-ups of explanatory tables and graphics
• Utilizes proposal database and previous bids to research content for compliant proposal responses
• Meets with the Bids & Proposals team, Business Development, Capture, and Operations staff to critically review RFP and determine requirements to develop compliant, customized proposals
• Experience in proposal management software and tools.
• Keep updated on public sector industry trends to address potential client concerns or questions effectively.
• This resource should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft explicit, concise, and persuasive proposal content of high quality.
• Understand and interpret proposal instructions and requirements in prospective clients' RFPs.
• This resource will work closely with various teams within an organization to gather the necessary information for writing compelling proposals.
• Conduct extensive research to understand the project or business opportunity in detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a repository of proposal templates, boilerplate content, and other resources to streamline the proposal development process.
• Ensure all proposals comply with client requirements and align with the organization's branding and messaging guidelines.
• Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Coordinate with external partners, subcontractors, and vendors to gather information and incorporate their contributions into proposals.
• Conduct post-submission debriefs and analyze proposal outcomes to identify areas for improvement and best practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to proposal management.
• Provide guidance and support to junior proposal team members as needed.

Educational Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive, relevant work experience instead of every year of education. Candidates who have completed a Master’s degree program are strongly preferred.

The job also entails sitting and working at a computer for extended periods. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email, or face-to-face.

EEO/About Us

About Us
Infosys Public Services is the global management and technology consulting practice of Infosys, a global leader in technology services and consulting. We combine the power of time-tested methodologies, people-driven innovation and disruptive technology to enable leaders of the world’s top brands pursue a path of smart transformation. Together with our clients, internal and external partners, we co-create and execute pragmatic strategies and solutions that transform organizations and define the future of business. Our dynamically growing consultancy offers our consultants:
• Ability to design and implement end-to-end solutions at scale
• A flat organization structure with direct access to our senior-most leaders
• An entrepreneurial environment full of bright, highly motivated consultants
• Opportunities for motivated consultants to impact local communities
• The ability to design your career and drive your professional learning and development
• A truly global culture

Infosys Public Services is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

Infosys Public Services provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Country

USA

State / Region / Province

Maryland

Work Location

Rockville, MD

Interest Group

Infosys Public Services, Inc

Domain

Analytics, Communications, Hi -Tech

Skillset

Process|Project Management|Request For Proposal (RFP), Process|Technical Writer|User Manual Documentation, Product Specification Documentation

Company

IPS USA

Role Designation

2936APLBCG Principal - Business Consulting