[Hiring] Proposal Analyst II @The Standard

Role Description

This role manages multiple requests for proposals (RFPs) of varying complexity to support the acquisition of new business and the retention of existing clients. You will lead the full RFP process in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, coordinating across sales, marketing, underwriting, legal, and other subject matter experts to produce accurate, compelling, and compliant proposal materials. Success in this role requires strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills as you gather information, resolve issues, and develop high‑quality customer‑facing deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multiple RFPs from intake through final submission.
• Collaborate with internal partners to gather information and ensure accuracy of proposal content.
• Develop clear, competitive, and compliant proposal materials aligned with solicitation requirements.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder input in a deadline‑oriented environment.
• Recommend process improvements and contribute to enhancing RFP response efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, Communications, or related field, or equivalent skills or experience.
• 4+ years of project management experience, or experience supporting RFPs and proposals.
• 2+ years Insurance experience, preferable in employee benefits.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to interpret requirements and produce accurate, customer‑ready materials.
• Familiarity with proposal development tools, content libraries, or RFP management systems.
• Ability to work independently on routine to moderately complex projects with minimal oversight.
• Occasional extended hours may be needed during peak RFP cycles.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Winning Together: Builds strong relationships, shares information openly, and works cooperatively across teams.
• Driving Success: Conveys information clearly, listens actively, and adapts messaging to the audience.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, changing requirements, and fast‑paced deadlines.

Benefits

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• An annual incentive bonus plan.
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure.
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.

Salary Range

31.73 - 46.27