Proposal Development Consultant

Elevance Health•Wallingford, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Proposal Development Consultant Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1-2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. The Proposal Development Consultant is responsible for developing responses for complex Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and surveys received by sales personnel from major consulting firms as well as directly from employer groups. How you will make an impact: Conducts initial review of RFPs/RFIs and surveys to create a project plan for final deliverables. Organizes and participates in strategy meetings with senior sales personnel to determine the strategy and sales emphasis of each proposal. Writes and proofreads final deliverables. Develops and writes targeted Executive Summaries that highlight key selling points as well as corporate initiatives. Oversees the entire production process ranging from ordering covers to final quality review and sign off. Independently manages each project to completion including but not limited to: engages in ongoing communications with Sales Director/Officer, Underwriting and other corporate personnel to review proposal options and changing conditions; researches and gathers information internally and externally. Obtains and develops supporting materials and documentation required by the account. Partners with the creative staff in choosing appropriate artwork for final deliverables and oversees and directs the production staff to produce all necessary materials by the predetermined deadline. Minimum Requirements: Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences: Understanding of the Group Health and Employee Benefit market and knowledge of product line and sales process is strongly preferred. A proven track record in managing projects and excelling in deadline-driven environments are preferred. Experience with Responsive (or other) Proposal software preferred. For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary range for this specific position is $79,840 to $137,724 Locations: California; Colorado; Columbus, OH; Nevada; New Jersey; New York In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, paid time off, stock, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Requirements

Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the Group Health and Employee Benefit market and knowledge of product line and sales process is strongly preferred.
A proven track record in managing projects and excelling in deadline-driven environments are preferred.
Experience with Responsive (or other) Proposal software preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts initial review of RFPs/RFIs and surveys to create a project plan for final deliverables.
Organizes and participates in strategy meetings with senior sales personnel to determine the strategy and sales emphasis of each proposal.
Writes and proofreads final deliverables.
Develops and writes targeted Executive Summaries that highlight key selling points as well as corporate initiatives.
Oversees the entire production process ranging from ordering covers to final quality review and sign off.
Independently manages each project to completion including but not limited to: engages in ongoing communications with Sales Director/Officer, Underwriting and other corporate personnel to review proposal options and changing conditions; researches and gathers information internally and externally.
Obtains and develops supporting materials and documentation required by the account.
Partners with the creative staff in choosing appropriate artwork for final deliverables and oversees and directs the production staff to produce all necessary materials by the predetermined deadline.