Senior Manager of Proposal Writing (US State & Local Health and Human Services)

About the Role

This position serves as an experienced information architect and strategic leader within the proposal development function. You will design and structure content for complex, customer-facing documents, acting as a vital resource for the writing team to implement deal-specific structures. As a senior backup to the project director for proposal writing, you will oversee the end-to-end development process for high-value and complex projects, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals.

The role is deeply rooted in translating complex technical and operational details into compelling, compliant narratives. You will interpret Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and Invitations for Bids (IFBs) to determine winning strategies. This involves conducting comprehensive research, gathering insights from subject matter experts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and technical experts to craft original, persuasive content.

In this fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, you will mentor junior team members, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and maintain a library of proposal content and templates. Success in this role requires resilience, the ability to receive direct feedback, and a proven track record of producing original writing that goes beyond library-based or AI-assisted content.

Hiring Process

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Equal Opportunity & Culture

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.

Our compensation philosophy is transparent and comprehensive. While annual salary is one component of our total rewards package, we also offer short- and long-term incentives, program-specific awards, and a robust benefits suite including health insurance, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, and paid time off. Compensation is determined by factors such as job location, education, training, experience, expected quality of work, and internal pay alignment. We do not use an applicant's salary history in determining compensation and will comply with all regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds.