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Proposal Copy Editor

Caitlin May Consulting, New York, NY, United States


Proposal Copy Editor Location:

Remote (U.S.-based) Employment Type:

Contract (6–12 months) Industry:

Insurance / Consulting

Job Summary The Proposal Copy Editor supports the Request for Proposal (RFP) team by providing expert editorial review and copy editing for complex proposal documents. This role ensures clarity, accuracy, and strict adherence to branding and quality standards while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver polished, client‑ready submissions.

Position Impact This role plays a critical part in enhancing the quality and effectiveness of proposal submissions. By ensuring consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across all deliverables, the Proposal Copy Editor directly contributes to the success of client‑facing materials and overall business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities Editorial Review & Copy Editing

Perform detailed editing of proposal documents for grammar, clarity, tone, and consistency

Ensure all materials align with established branding and style guidelines

Refine content developed by subject matter experts into client‑ready deliverables

Proposal Collaboration

Partner with proposal managers, sales teams, and subject matter experts

Support timely delivery of high‑quality RFP responses

Contribute to the overall proposal development process

Content Quality & Compliance

Ensure all documents meet quality standards and branding requirements

Review and enhance existing proposal materials for effectiveness

Edit content across written documents and visual proposal elements

Process & Workflow Support

Track editorial progress and identify workflow improvements

Support efficient project execution across multiple deadlines

Maintain organization across large, complex documents

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in copy editing, proofreading, or proposal editing

Insurance industry experience required

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Experience handling confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with RFP processes and proposal development

Familiarity with Smartsheet or similar project management tools

Experience working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Strong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams

Support for Your Career and Life

Flexible remote work environment

Long‑term contract opportunity (6–12 months)

Exposure to large‑scale, high‑impact proposal work

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Opportunities to expand proposal and editorial expertise

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