Proposal Writer Job at ISS | Institutional Shareholder Services in Norman

Overview

Join to apply for the Proposal Writer role at ISS | Institutional Shareholder Servicesbase. ISS STOXX seeks a collaborative, energetic and motivated individual looking to grow their career in marketing and financial services. ISS STOXX’s Investor Solutions marketing team is looking to hire a Proposal Writer and Content Library Manager to create and deliver comprehensive business proposals to prospects and clients in an effort to preserve and drive revenue for the organization, utilizing Responsive project and content management software. The Proposal Writer and Content Library Manager is expected to collaborate with the sales organization and other internal business stakeholders to support the development of responses to inbound Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Information (RFI). This position is a highly visible and integral part of the new sales and renewal process as ISS STOXX grows its client base across all segments of its business. It also provides opportunity to understand the global governance and responsible investment landscape, learn the ISS STOXX product suite, target audience and client needs, and contribute to the commercial efforts of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Study RFP requirements and establish an RFP working group; collaborate with ISS STOXX sales, business, compliance and subject matter experts on the most effective way to respond to RFPs and present proposed solutions.
• Produce quality proposals by using Responsive project and content management software, including ISS STOXX’s extensive existing content bank.
• Establish, manage, and meet all individual and RFP deadlines by creating priorities and target dates for information gathering, writing, review, editing, approval and delivery.
• Drive the RFP response process forward by assigning responsibility for all open tasks, communicating expectations and keeping discussions progressing; ensure input from RFP working group ahead of deadlines.
• Facilitate and engage in cross-functional discussions with subject matter experts and key stakeholders to understand governance and responsible investment trends, and convey this knowledge throughout content.
• Write clear, articulate and persuasive content. Translate ideas into easily understandable text, including executive summaries, cover letters, competitive differentiators, organization credentials, and product/service features and benefits.
• Understand and follow proposal and business-writing standards for readability, accuracy and tone. Revise incoming content from working group members to ensure consistency and adherence with internal standards; format final deliverables in a clean and professional manner.
• Manage ongoing updates to the content databank; refresh after each RFP deliverable to include new company and product information and statistics as needed.
• Improve proposal writing deliverables by evaluating and redesigning processes and approaches as needed.
• Manage and maintain the team’s central data repository on SharePoint, containing all historical proposals.
• Develop partnerships with the sales team to establish the role as a reliable and knowledgeable business partner; support revenue-generating opportunities; cultivate relationships with internal stakeholders to gain trust and ensure open communication.
• Additional projects include maintaining a database of brief content in Responsive for sales efforts, including short form sales proposals, RFP cover letters, and client case studies to be used in RFPs.

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in marketing or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 2-5 years of experience in sales, marketing, or client service roles; prior proposal writing or coordination experience is a plus
• Previous experience in a B2B marketing function that supports sales
• Financial services background highly preferred; corporate governance and/or responsible investment background is a plus
• Strong command of the English language and editing skills; excellent written and verbal communication across all organizational levels
• Understanding of client needs; ability to translate these needs into clear, concise and compelling written responses

Additional Skills And Qualifications

• Energetic and comfortable in a highly visible role; able to operate in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to and work successfully in a global environment
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities
• Creative thinker capable of generating new ideas to attract business and drive revenue growth
• Self-starter with interpersonal skills and experience coordinating with multiple internal stakeholders

What You Can Expect From Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally. We foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success. Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire. Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients. ISS Governance provides voting policy choices and end-to-end workflow solutions for institutional investors. Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match up to 9%
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Volunteer Day
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid working options

Equal employment opportunity statement and accommodations information are provided as part of our commitment to non-discrimination in hiring.