Senior Proposals Analyst

Sr Proposal Analyst  – Virtual Schools 

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us too always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large, and small. 

 Proposals is a strategic, high priority area for Virtual Schools. The Senior Proposal Analyst  is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for crafting persuasive proposals and applications that drive our business growth. With a focus on renewal applications, district partnership pricing proposals, RFPs for district partnerships and content management, the Senior Proposal Analyst plays a critical role in creating impactful materials that win contracts and secure partnerships. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer, adept at managing multiple projects, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. 

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Prepare comprehensive proposals, ensuring accurate formatting, proofreading, and compliance with submission guidelines. 
• Customize proposal text, drawing from the proposals team's resources, to align with the specific requirements of each proposal. 
• Manage the production of both physical and electronic copies of applications/proposals, including hard copies and digital submissions. 
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the Proposal Analyst as needed, contributing to their growth and development. 
• Assemble final applications/proposals, adhering to authorizer/client-specific instructions for both hard and soft copies. 
• Oversee the management of RFA/RFP forms, maintaining a well-organized record of relevant documents and information. 
• Create and manage tasks/tickets to accurately reflect the status of the application/proposal process. 
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to customize and finalize pricing details for proposals. 
• Review and revise application/proposal inputs, working closely with internal teams and management to ensure accuracy and consistency. 
• Ensure the use of templates to uphold quality standards and streamline the proposal creation process. 
• Follow established application/proposal writing standards, emphasizing readability, consistency, and tone. 
• Edit applications/proposals and related documents to ensure completeness and compliance with editorial standards and RFA/RFP requirements. 
• Ensure that all public applications/proposals are accessible for posting on appropriate platforms. 

• Develop a deep understanding of the company's key aspects, including curriculum, finance, operations, and data. 
• Foster open communication with cross-functional teams and leadership members to facilitate collaboration. 
• Infuse win strategies and themes into proposals and applications to enhance their persuasiveness and competitive edge. 
• Stay current with Pearson products and services to effectively communicate their value in proposals. 
• Review and adapt competitive standard language to optimize proposals, RFPs, or charter applications for success. 
• Update content library data upon completion of projects. 
• Attend required applicant/bidder meetings, participating virtually or in person, as necessary. 

Required Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Business, Journalism, Education, Marketing or Communications; advanced degree not required but preferred. 
• 10 + years experience in a writing, with a strong track record in proposal creation. 
• 5 - 7 years working with project management experience 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency in proofreading, formatting, and producing high-quality documents. 
• Familiarity with RFA/RFP processes and requirements. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and leadership. 
• Knowledge of education (K-12 public/private/charter schools). 
• Adaptability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.