Proposal Manager
$85.3k - $135.3k per yearManulife
Tenured team member with a proven track record within proposal services. Assists in the training/development of the team. May have formal supervisory responsibility. May act as a back‑up when the Proposal Services Manager/Director is out of the office. Expert proposal writer for asset management firms. The incumbent is an expert in the proposal writing process for the financial services industry. This job description does not represent a comprehensive listing of job duties that are required of the employee performing this role. We reserve the right to change duties or assign additional duties at any time with or without notice.
Position Responsibilities
Drive sales & revenue growth through the completion of RFPs
Complete the larger and/or more complex proposals and consultant questionnaires that may require additional research, analysis, creativity, and judgment.
Reviews work for junior team members
Assist or lead process improvement projects/initiatives
Act as a back‑up to the proposal services director
Answer, edit and complete sales proposals, client reports and ad hoc questionnaires with accuracy and by deadline
Coordinate all aspects of sales proposal document production process to assure the overall quality meets firm standards
Collaborate with the distribution team and subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine strategic approach for proposals
Research appropriate responses through supplied databases as well as any other identified sources
Assist with ad hoc team projects
Assist the distribution and legal counsel with reviewing legal content and contractual language
Has knowledge and experience with managing requests for most product vehicles covered by the team.
Required Qualifications
2‒4 years of related working experience in the financial services industry
3‒6 years as a proposal writer
Demonstrates leadership
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with liberal arts, business, or communications focus
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, with ability to interact successfully with various management levels and internal clients in a complex work environment, including internal clients at remote sites
Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people who possess a variety of skills and experience
Detail-oriented with excellent organization and project management skills
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks to meet strict deadlines
Strong analytical skills and ability to spot inaccurate or inconsistent data
An entrepreneurial spirit along with a keen sense of ownership
A well-organized and self-directed individual who can work with minimal amount of supervision
Capability to efficiently complete tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well under pressure;
able to multi-task
Ability to work both independently and within a team as required
PC proficient, particularly in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint[Years of experience]
Decision Authorities
Not all work produced requires a supervisory review
Encourage proactive behavior from all contributors to avoid unnecessary delays
Assign work and direct junior team members in coordinating and executing questionnaires
When you join our team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
Acerca de Manulife y John HancockManulife Financial Corporation es un importante proveedor internacional de servicios financieros que ayuda a las personas a tomar decisiones de una manera más fácil y a vivir mejor. Para obtener más información acerca de nosotros, visite .
Manulife es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidadesEn Manulife/John Hancock, valoramos nuestra diversidad. Nos esforzamos por atraer, formar y retener una fuerza laboral tan diversa como los clientes a los que prestamos servicios, y para fomentar un entorno laboral inclusivo en el que se aprovechen las fortalezas de las culturas y las personas. Estamos comprometidos con la equidad en las contrataciones, la retención de talento, el ascenso y la remuneración, y administramos todas nuestras prácticas y programas sin discriminación por motivos de raza, ascendencia, lugar de origen, color, origen étnico, ciudadanía, religión o creencias religiosas, credo, sexo (incluyendo el embarazo y las afecciones relacionadas con este), orientación sexual, características genéticas, condición de veterano, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, estado civil, estatus familiar, discapacidad, o cualquier otro aspecto protegido por la ley vigente.
Nuestra prioridad es eliminar las barreras para garantizar la igualdad de acceso al empleo. Un representante de Recursos Humanos trabajará con los solicitantes que requieran una adaptación razonable durante el proceso de solicitud. Toda la información que se haya compartido durante el proceso de solicitud de adaptación se almacenará y utilizará de manera congruente con las leyes y las políticas de Manulife/John Hancock correspondientes. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable en el proceso de solicitud, envíenos un mensaje a View email address on ca.hrm.tc .
Referenced Salary LocationWaterloo, Ontario
Modalidades de TrabajoHíbrido
Salary range is expected to be between$85,300.00 CAD - $135,300.00 CAD
Los empleados también tienen la oportunidad de participar en programas de incentivos y recibir una compensación vinculada al rendimiento empresarial e individual. El salario real variará según las condiciones del mercado local, la geografía y factores relacionados con el puesto como conocimientos, habilidades, requerimientos, experiencia y educación/formación. Si solicitas este puesto fuera de tu ubicación principal, por favor escríbenos a View email address on ca.hrm.tc para conocer el rango salarial correspondiente a tu ubicación.
Manulife ofrece a los empleados aptos una amplia variedad de beneficios personalizables, entre ellos, beneficios de salud, odontológicos, de salud mental, oftalmológicos, por discapacidad a corto y a largo plazo, cobertura de seguro de vida y por muerte accidental y desmembramiento, adopción/subrogación y bienestar, y planes de asistencia al empleado/familiar. También ofrecemos a los empleados admisibles varios planes de ahorro para la jubilación (incluidos planes de pensiones y un plan mundial de propiedad de acciones con contribuciones equivalentes del empleador) y recursos de asesoramiento y educación financiera. Nuestro generoso programa de tiempo libre remunerado en Canadá incluye feriados, vacaciones, días personales y días por enfermedad, y ofrecemos la gama completa de ausencia laboral reglamentaria. Si se está postulando para este puesto en los EE. UU., póngase en contacto con View email address on ca.hrm.tc para obtener más información sobre las disposiciones relativas al tiempo libre remunerado específicas de EE. UU.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement ( .
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Position Responsibilities
Drive sales & revenue growth through the completion of RFPs
Complete the larger and/or more complex proposals and consultant questionnaires that may require additional research, analysis, creativity, and judgment.
Reviews work for junior team members
Assist or lead process improvement projects/initiatives
Act as a back‑up to the proposal services director
Answer, edit and complete sales proposals, client reports and ad hoc questionnaires with accuracy and by deadline
Coordinate all aspects of sales proposal document production process to assure the overall quality meets firm standards
Collaborate with the distribution team and subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine strategic approach for proposals
Research appropriate responses through supplied databases as well as any other identified sources
Assist with ad hoc team projects
Assist the distribution and legal counsel with reviewing legal content and contractual language
Has knowledge and experience with managing requests for most product vehicles covered by the team.
Required Qualifications
2‒4 years of related working experience in the financial services industry
3‒6 years as a proposal writer
Demonstrates leadership
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with liberal arts, business, or communications focus
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, with ability to interact successfully with various management levels and internal clients in a complex work environment, including internal clients at remote sites
Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people who possess a variety of skills and experience
Detail-oriented with excellent organization and project management skills
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks to meet strict deadlines
Strong analytical skills and ability to spot inaccurate or inconsistent data
An entrepreneurial spirit along with a keen sense of ownership
A well-organized and self-directed individual who can work with minimal amount of supervision
Capability to efficiently complete tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well under pressure;
able to multi-task
Ability to work both independently and within a team as required
PC proficient, particularly in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint[Years of experience]
Decision Authorities
Not all work produced requires a supervisory review
Encourage proactive behavior from all contributors to avoid unnecessary delays
Assign work and direct junior team members in coordinating and executing questionnaires
When you join our team
We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
Acerca de Manulife y John HancockManulife Financial Corporation es un importante proveedor internacional de servicios financieros que ayuda a las personas a tomar decisiones de una manera más fácil y a vivir mejor. Para obtener más información acerca de nosotros, visite .
Manulife es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidadesEn Manulife/John Hancock, valoramos nuestra diversidad. Nos esforzamos por atraer, formar y retener una fuerza laboral tan diversa como los clientes a los que prestamos servicios, y para fomentar un entorno laboral inclusivo en el que se aprovechen las fortalezas de las culturas y las personas. Estamos comprometidos con la equidad en las contrataciones, la retención de talento, el ascenso y la remuneración, y administramos todas nuestras prácticas y programas sin discriminación por motivos de raza, ascendencia, lugar de origen, color, origen étnico, ciudadanía, religión o creencias religiosas, credo, sexo (incluyendo el embarazo y las afecciones relacionadas con este), orientación sexual, características genéticas, condición de veterano, identidad de género, expresión de género, edad, estado civil, estatus familiar, discapacidad, o cualquier otro aspecto protegido por la ley vigente.
Nuestra prioridad es eliminar las barreras para garantizar la igualdad de acceso al empleo. Un representante de Recursos Humanos trabajará con los solicitantes que requieran una adaptación razonable durante el proceso de solicitud. Toda la información que se haya compartido durante el proceso de solicitud de adaptación se almacenará y utilizará de manera congruente con las leyes y las políticas de Manulife/John Hancock correspondientes. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable en el proceso de solicitud, envíenos un mensaje a View email address on ca.hrm.tc .
Referenced Salary LocationWaterloo, Ontario
Modalidades de TrabajoHíbrido
Salary range is expected to be between$85,300.00 CAD - $135,300.00 CAD
Los empleados también tienen la oportunidad de participar en programas de incentivos y recibir una compensación vinculada al rendimiento empresarial e individual. El salario real variará según las condiciones del mercado local, la geografía y factores relacionados con el puesto como conocimientos, habilidades, requerimientos, experiencia y educación/formación. Si solicitas este puesto fuera de tu ubicación principal, por favor escríbenos a View email address on ca.hrm.tc para conocer el rango salarial correspondiente a tu ubicación.
Manulife ofrece a los empleados aptos una amplia variedad de beneficios personalizables, entre ellos, beneficios de salud, odontológicos, de salud mental, oftalmológicos, por discapacidad a corto y a largo plazo, cobertura de seguro de vida y por muerte accidental y desmembramiento, adopción/subrogación y bienestar, y planes de asistencia al empleado/familiar. También ofrecemos a los empleados admisibles varios planes de ahorro para la jubilación (incluidos planes de pensiones y un plan mundial de propiedad de acciones con contribuciones equivalentes del empleador) y recursos de asesoramiento y educación financiera. Nuestro generoso programa de tiempo libre remunerado en Canadá incluye feriados, vacaciones, días personales y días por enfermedad, y ofrecemos la gama completa de ausencia laboral reglamentaria. Si se está postulando para este puesto en los EE. UU., póngase en contacto con View email address on ca.hrm.tc para obtener más información sobre las disposiciones relativas al tiempo libre remunerado específicas de EE. UU.
We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement ( .
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