Proposal Manager II
Alight Solutions
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $108,000 - $132,000 per year
About the role
- Taking full ownership of the complete proposal lifecycle, from initial opportunity assessment to final submission of the most complex, must win proposals.
- Both new business and retention opportunities exist, and your expertise will include developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, outlining all client requirements, and proactively assigning and tracking responsibilities across cross-functional teams.
- Developing and maintain detailed project schedules and document all client requirements.
- Assigning, communicating, and tracking responsibilities across cross-functional teams.
- Ensuring every proposal strictly adheres to compliance standards and RFP instructions.
- Identifying risks early and implement solutions to maintain timelines and proposal quality.
- Shaping proposal strategy, messaging, and structure to highlight Alight’s value.
- Customizing standard content to align with each client’s goals and unique needs.
- Drafting or refining executive summaries and technical sections to ensure clarity and accuracy.
- Partnering with sales, legal, finance, product, and SMEs to gather and synthesize inputs.
- Collaborating with graphics teams to ensure visuals and messaging are aligned and impactful.
- Mentoring junior proposal team members as needed to support quality and consistency.
Requirements
- 8–12+ years of proposal management experience, ideally in the benefits industry.
- Demonstrate ability to lead multiple high stakes projects simultaneously.
- Possess exceptional writing, editing, and persuasive communication skills.
- Be an influential leader, collaborator, and detail oriented under strict deadlines.
- Possess advanced proficiency with MS Office (SharePoint, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and RFP/proposal software.
- Able to synthesize complex information and tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
Benefits
- Health coverage options
- Wellbeing and support programs
- Retirement plans
- Vacation and sick leave
- Maternity, paternity & adoption leave
- Continuing education and training
- Voluntary benefit options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
proposal managementproject schedulingrisk identificationcontent customizationexecutive summary draftingtechnical writingcompliance adherenceRFP instructionspersuasive communicationediting
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationdetail orientationmentoringinfluential communicationtime managementproblem solvingsynthesis of complex informationadaptabilityteamwork