Proposal Writer

Watson Wyatt is a global consulting firm focused on human capital and financial management. We specialize in four areas: employee benefits, human capital strategies, technology solutions and insurance and financial services.

We combine human capital and financial expertise to deliver business solutions that drive shareholder value.

Watson Wyatt has approximately 6,000 associates in 30 countries. Our presence is not just far reaching - it is also the deepest in the business.

We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted.

Job Posting ID: 2597

Position: Proposal Writer

Physical Location: Detroit, MI

Employment Status: Regular Full-Time

Minimum Experience Required: 3 years

Minimum Education Required: Bachelors Degree

Qualifications
- Exceptional writing and editing skills and a genuine passion for the English language.
- Strong attention to detail and organization and project-management skills.
- Experience writing in a corporate environment as part of a team.
- Ability to work well under pressure but still maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.
- Ability to communicate effectively and cooperate with consultants, support staff, and team members.
- Excellent command of Microsoft? Word; familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and with Internet navigation.
- Familiarity with and interest in graphic design (page layout, etc.).
- ?Can-do? attitude, flexibility, ability to respond quickly and creatively to changing requirements.
- Bachelor?s degree required, relevant work experience and/or transferable skills are highly desirable.

EEO/AA EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V

Position Overview
Primary responsibility is the development and coordination of target-market new business proposals for the national Retirement, Investment, Group and Health Care, International, and Workforce Planning practices. In this role, the associate ensures that top-quality proposals are prepared efficiently and on time, serves as the editor responsible for maintaining the quality of written new business materials, and serves as a writing/editorial resource for the company. The associate will also assist with collecting and maintaining standard language and information. Secondary responsibilities include providing general assistance to the team and office. The associate will preferably be based in Detroit, but there is some flexibility in staffing this individual in another Watson Wyatt office.



Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities

- Work with staff to discuss, develop, and prepare new business proposals, proposal websites, and other related materials. This includes the following tasks:

- Research and gather client/prospect background information.
- Work with Watson Wyatt proposal team to write, edit, proof, coordinate, and produce quality, targeted, clear, coherent, consistent, accurate, and timely proposals.
- Schedule and attend strategic proposal and presentation coordination meetings, work with lead consultant or business developer to determine roles, responsibilities, and deadlines.
- Follow standard proposal process, including standard language, keeping proposal and presentation schedules, performing a significant portion of the writing and editing, monitoring progress, and overseeing the completion of all related items.

- Coordinate design and production of graphic items, such as printed tabs, graphs, charts, covers, etc.
- Work with and provide instructions to support staff for production and shipment of proposals.
- Track down and verify accuracy of information through various company resources. Contribute to proposal information database, help define and maintain best practices, seek and share reasonable process improvements, etc.
- Provide support to other team members as needed.
- Serve as a proposal writing and editing resource for the company. Remain consistently aware of and use good writing techniques and grammar principles.

Secondary (Back-Up) Responsibilities:
- Design, write/edit other materials as needed.
- Oversee work done by vendors related to job production.
- Handle other duties as assigned.