Proposal Writer

Health Care Service Corporation

. Write and lead activities associated with complex Requests for Proposals (RFPs) under strict deadlines .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,300 - $114,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with a focus on compliance and client specifications, while effectively coordinating cross-functional teams and communicating with stakeholders. Proficient in proposal writing, project management, and utilizing proposal automation software to enhance response quality.

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Proposal ManagementRFP WritingProject ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationProposal Automation Software

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Hard Skills

Proposal WritingProject ManagementRFP AnalysisCreative WritingBusiness Writing

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationEffective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProductsQorusResponsiveQvidian

Industry Keywords

Public SectorHealthcare IndustryNational Employer GroupsProposal ResponsesSales Cycle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and lead activities associated with complex Requests for Proposals (RFPs) under strict deadlines
Participate in resolving issues or concerns associated with the RFP process and ensure follow-through to resolution
Coordinate assigned projects independently according to detailed customer specifications
Assist internal departments with pricing proposals, standard program proposals and ad hoc documents supporting the sales cycle
Support the Proposal Content Administrator in developing and maintaining proposal-ready response information and materials
Write, edit, organize and package RFP responses in compliance with client requirements
Support sales and account management staff with questions regarding products, processes and administrative policies
Keep current with program, technical, product and service enhancements or changes
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Communicate with Subject Matter Experts to answer client questions and accurately record new information in proposals
Interact with technical, executive and other organizational staff
Coordinate proposal kick-off meetings and ensure participants understand their roles and responsibilities
Communicate effectively on unfamiliar topics to elicit technical and program information needed to answer client questions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field and 3 years of proposal management experience specifically in the national/major or public sector OR 7 years of proposal writing experience
Demonstrated experience leading complex RFPs for large, national employer groups
Proficiency in quickly reviewing and analyzing proposal solicitations and related documents to extract pertinent information
Experience supporting highly customized proposal responses tailored to the client
Strong written and oral interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and cross-functionally
Ability to autonomously lead the proposal process from beginning to end while managing multiple RFPs/projects simultaneously
PC skills and experience with Microsoft products
Verbal and written communication skills to complete Responses for Proposals, coordinate activities with many departments, and incorporate layman terms in proposals
Demonstrated project management, organizing, planning and scheduling skills
Demonstrated creative and business writing skills
Preferred: experience and skills with proposal automation software such as Qorus, Responsive or Qvidian
Preferred: proposal writing experience in the commercial, healthcare industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and wellness benefits
401(k) savings plan
Pension plan
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Other incentives
Annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and conditions of the plan
Professional development through curated development plans