Proposal Manager II - Virtual

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Our story

At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to “Be Alight.” We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

With a comprehensive total rewards package, Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind, body, wallet, and life. Benefits include health, dental and vision coverages starting Day One. Additionally, Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs, retirement plans with contribution matching, generous time off, parental leave, continuing education, and career growth opportunities – all within a thriving global organization.

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 6 years in a row.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including “Great Place to Work” for the past 7 years and Fortune’s “Best Companies to Work For.” To learn more about our company culture and awards

About the Role

As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will command strategic vision, orchestrate collaboration, and drive winning solutions that set Alight apart. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with client needs, and craft compelling, customized content that elevate Alight’s competitive position. Your work will help drive proposal excellence through innovation, service excellence, and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Application and Interview

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification,…