Liaison International
Proposal Writer
Job Description
At Liaison, we’ve helped higher education institutions build better, more diverse classes for three decades. You may recognize us as the company behind the Centralized Application Service (CAS), Enrollment Marketing services and platform (EMP), SlideRoom, Time2Track, TargetX (CRM) and Othot.
Everything we do is focused on taking that proven success and expanding its scope and scale. Over 31,000 programs on more than 1,000 campuses see us as a forward-thinking partner integral to meeting their total enrollment goals — and we’re building the data- and mission-driven team that will reinforce our role for decades to come.
Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
- Develop and implement best practices for proposal development and ensure adherence to organizational standards.
- Participate in the Sales Management meetings and ensure that all client facing new business pieces are accurate and consistent
Proposal and Slide Deck Development:
- Oversee the entire proposal lifecycle, from planning and strategy to writing, editing, and submission.
- Manage Loopio, the RFP and proposal writing software, and ensure that all templates and repositories are up to date.
- Coordinate with business development, the Director of Solutions Consulting, technical, and subject matter experts to gather necessary information and develop proposal content.
- Assist with PowerPoint templates, consistency and help AVPs with any content strategy for onsite visits as needed.
Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and execute proposal strategies that align with organizational goals and client requirements.
- Analyze proposal requirements and develop detailed plans to meet deadlines and quality standards.
Quality Assurance:
- Review and edit proposal content for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with client specifications and RFP requirements.
- Ensure proposals are reviewed and approved by all relevant stakeholders before submission.
- Make sure that multiproduct proposals are reflected accurately and branding is consistent.
Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposal process.
- Maintain and update proposal templates, content libraries, and tools to streamline proposal development.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Act as the primary point of contact for proposal-related inquiries and communications with clients and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and tailor proposals to address specific requirements.
- Interview and outline all case studies and submit for final editing to marketing.
- Manage a list of customer references for each product line and liaise with Client Success for enhancement and best practice.
Budget and Resource Management:
- Manage proposal budgets, including estimating resource requirements and tracking expenses.
- Allocate resources effectively to ensure timely and high-quality proposal submissions.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in proposal management or a related field
- Proven track record of managing complex proposals and leading proposal teams.
- Strong understanding of proposal processes, including compliance, writing, and editing.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.
- Proficiency in proposal management software and tools.
The base salary range for this role is listed below. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
