Lead Proposal Specialist

Marsh McLennan•Los Angeles, CA

16h•$111,500 - $223,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Strategic Bid Center at Mercer. This role will be remote and work from anywhere in the US. The role would involve managing live pursuit deliverables across Mercer's practices, with a focus on health and career proposals. We will count on you to: Lead the proposal writing process, crafting clear, persuasive, and tailored content that addresses client needs and showcases Mercer’s value proposition, primarily focusing on our Health & Career business. Ensure compliance with client requirements and timely submissions, acting as a strategic advisor to consultants on positioning and messaging. Leverage winning deal strategies to drive growth and succeed in high-impact proposals, coaching consulting teams on delivering the best of the firm. Prepare finalist presentations to capture new business and maintain existing client relationships across industries. Regularly update and manage the content proposal database to streamline future submissions and ensure access to the latest information and best practices.

Requirements

7+ years of senior proposal management experience in professional services or a large/global multidisciplinary organization.
Extensive experience in working with and coaching multi-faceted teams to create client-facing presentations.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
Proven experience in leading complex, technically focused proposal (RFP response) opportunities.

Nice To Haves

APMP or project management certification.
Degree or certificate in communication, business, or a related field preferred.
Writing background.

Responsibilities

Lead the proposal writing process, crafting clear, persuasive, and tailored content that addresses client needs and showcases Mercer’s value proposition, primarily focusing on our Health & Career business.
Ensure compliance with client requirements and timely submissions, acting as a strategic advisor to consultants on positioning and messaging.
Leverage winning deal strategies to drive growth and succeed in high-impact proposals, coaching consulting teams on delivering the best of the firm.
Prepare finalist presentations to capture new business and maintain existing client relationships across industries.
Regularly update and manage the content proposal database to streamline future submissions and ensure access to the latest information and best practices.