Proposal Specialist
Sedgwick Open · verified Oct 18, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Revenue & Sales Operations role at Sedgwick. Telecommuter TX · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $87,000–$150,000 across the United States.
Sedgwick has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Build first drafts for proposal and information requests, then tailor them to each client and incorporate expert edits
- Coordinate subject-matter experts to capture new requirements and keep responses accurate, complete and consistent
- Guide proposal reviews and final document production while protecting the integrity of response materials
- Set response schedules, track deadlines and help maintain proposal practices and the proposal library
What you bring
- At least four years of related work, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
- At least one year managing projects and one year proofreading or editing
- Strong grammar, editing, organization and communication skills
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can coordinate expert contributors, manage several deadlines and produce careful written responses under pressure. The position is listed as telecommuter in Texas, and travel may be required. A bachelor's degree is preferred, and Qvidian experience is optional.
From the employer
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
Proposal SpecialistPRIMARY PURPOSE: To develop and respond to requests for information and proposals; to collaborate with various subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure the proposals are completed timely and accurately; and to provide oversight of quality and cohesiveness of response.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews and responds to requests within the business development group.
- Provides initial draft of each request to various subject matter experts (SMEs) as needed and incorporates any needed edits or updates to the response.
- Ensures initial draft is compliant, responsive, and specifically tailored to each client’s needs.
- Ensures security and integrity of all proposal documentation.
- Works collaboratively with the SMEs to ensure new requirements are identified and documented.
- Facilitates internal flow and review of all proposal inputs and directs production of final master proposal.
- Determines and maintains the timeline for each response to ensure that deadlines are met.
- Helps develop and maintain proposal best practices.
- Takes on additional assignments, such as RFP follow-up requests, proposal library update projects and other ad hoc assignments.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organization’s quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Four (4) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include one (1) year of project management experience and one (1) year of proofing/editing experience. Experience with Qvidian software a preferred but not required.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong grammar and proofreading skills
- Knowledge of appropriate software
- Good project management skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Ability to work in a fast paced high pressure environment
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability, excellent, judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work=related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed y the colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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