What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Writer position at Pearson?
As part of the proposals team, the Proposal Writer will work closely with Sales and Contract Management (S&CM), Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and other key staff to develop and deliver high-quality, compelling proposals in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. While the Proposal Writer’s primary responsibility will be focused on text creation, revision, and maintenance, they will contribute throughout the entire proposal process, from proposal pre-work to proposal creation and delivery to limited post-submission support.
Pre-Work Responsibilities
The minimum full-time salary range is between $60,000 - $65,000.
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
At Pearson, we value the power of inclusive culture. To cultivate inclusivity, we embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do and promote a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. We seek diverse talent who bring along with them different perspectives, experiences, and ideas that in turn help us as a company better understand and meet the diverse needs of all learners throughout the world.
Who We Are
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job: SALES
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 19360
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Pre-Work Responsibilities
- Work with assigned Proposal Analyst and SMEs to identify and collect relevant text from previous responses
- Read the RFP and related documents in detail, including materials provided by the S&CM lead on win themes, strategies, and differentiators
- Attend proposal kick-off meeting and status meetings
- Populate and/or customize proposal text owned by the proposals team as needed for each proposal
- Review text from SMEs for adherence to style guide; provide feedback and suggested edits
- Keep track of requirement gaps and outstanding text deliverables
- Incorporate edits from SMEs and S&CM lead, proofread, and revise text during each text review cycle
- Complete final editing/formatting of text
- Deliver error-free files for proposal production
- Support proposal production tasks, as needed
- Support BAFO requests, as applicable
- Write and improve assigned proposal boilerplate text by incorporating and documenting updates from SMEs through both bid process and boilerplate review meetings
- Maintain and update graphics as needed for boilerplate and proposals
- BA or BS, preferably in English, Journalism, or similar degree
- Minimum two years in proposal writing or other relevant writing areas
- Experience in education or assessment industry preferred
- Expert proficiency with Microsoft 0365
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Able to work independently while remaining committed and responsive to the team
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Exceptional project management, planning, and time management skills
- Assertive yet diplomatic communication style
The minimum full-time salary range is between $60,000 - $65,000.
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
At Pearson, we value the power of inclusive culture. To cultivate inclusivity, we embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do and promote a company culture where differences are embraced as strengths, opportunities are equal and accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. We seek diverse talent who bring along with them different perspectives, experiences, and ideas that in turn help us as a company better understand and meet the diverse needs of all learners throughout the world.
Who We Are
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Job: SALES
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 19360
#location
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
