Lead Proposal Writer

About the role

Develop written responses to complex, high-scoring Medicaid Request for Proposal (RFP) section supporting the company's growth and expansion goals. Project manage and respond to assigned high-scoring RFP questions in support of new business and renewal procurement. Partner with internal functional area Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate SME-provided policies, examples, and reports into compelling narrative. Ensure responses to assigned RFP questions comply with RFP requirements and drafting guides, and are 'on message' with identified win themes and key differentiators. Develop topic papers in assigned areas in advance of RFP release to help other writers understand topic, approach, and associated tactics and programs. Serve as the department’s SME for assigned functional areas by understanding key concepts and terms under that discipline. Provide backup support for department reporting, competitive intelligence, and project management activities as needed. Mentor departmental staff and assist in the development of RFP responses and reviews. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Develop written responses to complex, high-scoring Medicaid RFP sections.
• Project manage and respond to assigned high-scoring RFP questions for new business and renewal procurement.
• Partner with internal SMEs to translate policies, examples, and reports into compelling narrative.
• Ensure RFP responses comply with requirements, drafting guides, and win themes.
• Develop topic papers in advance of RFP release to guide other writers.
• Serve as department SME for assigned functional areas.
• Provide backup support for department reporting, competitive intelligence, and project management.
• Mentor staff and assist in RFP response development and reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Marketing, Health Care, or related field.
• Over five years of proposal writing experience.

Qualifications

• Experience managing proposals, marketing, technical, or contract writing (preferred).
• Clinical healthcare experience (preferred).
• Strong Medicaid proposal writing skills (preferred).
• Clinical license (e.g., RN, LCSW) preferred.

Pay

Pay Range: $87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health insurance
• 401K and stock purchase plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off plus holidays
• Flexible work approach: remote, hybrid, field, or office schedules

Schedule

Occasional evening and weekend work may be required during peak RFP and re-procurement periods. The role offers a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field, or office work schedules.