Proposal Project Manager

Company: Aon
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions within Health Solutions.

The Proposal Project Manager will lead, plan, develop, produce, and deliver proposal and presentation deliverables required by client solicitations (Request for Proposals); and be able to provide hands-on management of the entire full-cycle project development processes, including but not limited to: identification of development of outlines, completion of writing assignments, supervising time lines, editing, and ensuring compliance with the Aon brand. The project manager is encouraged to assist in achieving national goals for new business and client retention via execution of the core responsibilities of the position; which focus on responding to offensive (new business) and defensive (retention / jeopardy) requests for proposal (RFPs) and presentations.

Job Responsibilities: Responsible for leading proposals and presentations, often partnering with senior leaders. Coordinate and lead proposal meetings ensuring a response strategy is established and implemented Partner with the lead designer to ensure proposals and presentations are visually impactful Work with consultants and subject matter experts to develop customized content Continue to develop a practical and solid understanding of Aon's Health Solutions Lead presentation brainstorming and development sessions May occasionally be tasked to serve as the presentation expert on the firm's large opportunities, occasionally traveling to mentor teams in-person on winning strategies (this may include nationwide travel) Primarily works independently to resolve methods and procedures of projects.
Experience: 5+ years professional work experience in bid management required; insurance and brokerage proven experience strongly preferred Demonstrable background in the development of custom strategic content (demonstrating critical messaging/value propositions) and strong editing skills required Ability to lead multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, meeting all deadlines Experience with crafting oral presentation deliverables, partnering with a designer and the account team Ability to learn quickly and show flexibility to adapt in a growing group, working both independently and with a team mentality (required) Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for acquiring solutions Solid understanding of Proposal Management Software (SharePoint, Qvidian, etc.) strongly preferred Intermediate Word, PowerPoint and Excel knowledge required
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of proven experience.
We offer you
A competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Our Colleague Experience:
From helping clients gain access to capital after natural disasters, to crafting access to health care and retirement for millions, Aon colleagues empower results for our clients, communities, and each other every day. They make a difference, work with the best, own their potential, and value one another. This is the Aon Colleague Experience, defining what it means to work at Aon and realizing our vision of empowering human and economic possibility. To learn more visit Aon Colleague Experience .

About Aon:
Aon plc (NYSE: AON) is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. Our 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries empower results for clients by using proprietary data and analytics to deliver insights that reduce volatility and improve performance.
By applying for a position with Aon, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Aon's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, fingerprint verification, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, or domestic partner status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 2507892

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