ESS is hiring: Sales Proposal Writer in Cherry Hill
ESS, Cherry Hill, NJ, United States, 08358
We're expanding our marketing department, adding an additional sales proposal writer to our team. It's a writing- and detail-intensive position, so we're looking for a creative, careful writer who is good with long-form writing, project management, and hard deadlines.
Our New Sales Proposal Writer Will ...
- Answer between 25 and 40 RFPs a year
- Coordinate with subject matter experts, write the RFP responses, and finalize them for submission
- Use several content management systems that assist in proposal creation and organization
- Proof and edit proposals and presentations from fellow sales writers and salespeople
- Assist the marketing team with copywriting unrelated to proposals as needed. (Between 5% and 20% of the job, depending on the time of year and RFP workload.)
- Join a proposal writing team of 3, a sales and marketing team of 20+, and a corporate team of over 550
We're Looking for a Writer With ...
- 2-4 years' experience in paid writing work. RFP or long-form (20,000+ words) experience preferred, but not necessary
- 2-4 years' experience on a creative team. Whether a marketing firm or college newspaper, any experience working with editorial, sales, and graphics teams will be a strong plus
- Strong computer skills. The proposal team uses complex software for writing, publishing, and content management. An ability to master new, idiosyncratic software is necessary
- Writing Portfolio. Along with your application, please submit your writing portfolio or a few pieces that showcase your writing skills
Our Pay, Perks, and Benefits
- Salary between $55-60K, depending on experience
- Hybrid in-office/remote schedule after 90 days. The writing team's in-office workplace is in Cherry Hill, NJ. The standard schedule is three days in office, two remote
- 176 hours (22 days) of PTO for first-year employees, plus 16 hours of "volunteer time off" if the employee wants to take off for public service work, plus 9 paid holidays
- 4 weeks paid paternal leave
- 401(k) and health benefits
- Diverse growth and professional development opportunities
All qualified applicants are invited to apply. For consideration, please respond with a cover letter that includes salary requirements, a link to your portfolio or writing samples, and your resume.
About ESS
As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, school aides, and other school support staff. With more than 800 school district partners throughout the US, ESS supports the education of more than 4.5 million students every day. We provide our employees the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more and help to improve education for every student, every day.
ESS Diversity Statement
ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to make sure that "Every day counts" for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.
ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.