The Standard

Proposal Analyst II

The Standard • $66K — $96K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Portland, OR
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of project management or RFP support experience
  • 2+ years of insurance experience, preferably in employee benefits
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Familiarity with proposal development tools and RFP management systems

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute multiple RFPs from intake to submission
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proposal accuracy
  • Develop competitive and compliant proposal materials
  • Coordinate timelines and stakeholder input in a fast-paced environment
  • Recommend process improvements for RFP efficiency

Benefits

  • Rich benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays and 2 wellness days
  • Supportive management approach with career growth opportunities
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • Employee giving program that double matches donations
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This role manages multiple requests for proposals (RFPs) of varying complexity to support the acquisition of new business and the retention of existing clients. You will lead the full RFP process in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, coordinating across sales, marketing, underwriting, legal, and other subject matter experts to produce accurate, compelling, and compliant proposal materials. Success in this role requires strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills as you gather information, resolve issues, and develop high-quality customer-facing deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute multiple RFPs from intake through final submission.
  • Collaborate with internal partners to gather information and ensure accuracy of proposal content.
  • Develop clear, competitive, and compliant proposal materials aligned with solicitation requirements.
  • Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder input in a deadline-oriented environment.
  • Recommend process improvements and contribute to enhancing RFP response efficiency.


Skills and Background You'll Need

Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, Communications, or related field, or equivalent skills or experience

Experience: 4+ years of experience project management experience, or experience supporting RFPs and proposals
  • 2+ years Insurance experience, preferable in employee benefits
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to interpret requirements and produce accurate, customer-ready materials.
  • Familiarity with proposal development tools, content libraries, or RFP management systems.
  • Ability to work independently on routine to moderately complex projects with minimal oversight.
  • Occasional extended hours may be needed during peak RFP cycles.


Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

  • Winning Together: Builds strong relationships, shares information openly, and works cooperatively across teams.
  • Driving Success: Conveys information clearly, listens actively, and adapts messaging to the audience.
  • Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, changing requirements, and fast-paced deadlines.


Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
  • A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • An annual incentive bonus plan
  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
  • A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools


In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
  • Performance guarantees may be applied to roles with highly incentivized compensation plans for a specified period of time to support a new hire's transition into the sales incentive plan.


Compensation is made up of a base salary, incentives, and/or other bonuses when applicable. This is a minimum range that can be increased based on performance and sales activity.

Salary Range:
31.73 - 46.27

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

About The Standard

The Standard is a financial services company that provides insurance, retirement, and investment products to individuals and businesses. The company's insurance products include life, disability, and dental insurance. The Standard also offers retirement plans, such as 401(k) and pension plans, and investment products, including mutual funds and annuities. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The Standard has over 3,000 employees and serves customers across the United States.
Learn more about The Standard
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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