Proposal Writer II

Opportunity: Proposal Writer II Salary Range: $55,000 - $80,000 Division: Group Voluntary Benefits Job Posting End Date: 10/5/2026     Work Designation. Depending on your location within the continental US, this role may be hybrid or remote.

If you live within 50 miles of the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be hybrid. This means you will be expected to work in the office for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.  If you live more than 50 miles from the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be remote. This means you will be expected to work from your home, within the continental US. If the role is remote, there may be occasions that you are requested to come to the office based on business need. Any requests to come to the office would be communicated with you in advance.

What does it take to be successful at Aflac?

Acting with Integrity Communicating Effectively Pursuing Self-Development Serving Customers Supporting Change Supporting Organizational Goals Working with Diverse Populations

What does it take to be successful in this role?   • Strong proficiency in editing, proofreading, and word processing   • Exemplary oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills to effectively interact with internal and external customers   • Problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork/facilitating skills   • Ability to meet deadlines and do what it takes to get the job done   • Knowledge of Aflac’s products and systems, procedures, policy data, benefit plans, company terminology, and field force   • Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office suite software   Education & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree In a related field 2 years of work-related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience   Education & Experience Preferred

Experience writing in a business environment Insurance industry experience Experience supporting a sales function

Principal Duties & Responsibilities   • With limited supervision, and in accordance with established policies and procedures, relies on knowledge of commonly used concepts and practices in the preparation of high-quality, RFP Spreadsheets and formal RFPs, customized proposals, presentations, and bids working in conjunction with underwriters and sales professionals   • Observes and assists more experienced team members underwrite yearly renewals of group cases and/or review individual account underwriting cases based on thorough analysis of the group’s financial condition, participation percentage, type of industry, participating employee demographics, and past claim experience   • Identifies and communicates recommended improvements of processes and information for bid and proposal packages; comprehends prospective client requirements; researches and drafts responses to formal Request For Proposal (RFP) questions enhancing the responses to meet or exceed the client’s requirements positioning Aflac to win   • Coordinates with subject matter experts within marketing and other divisions in the enhancement of proposals to increase win rate; in partnership with the Underwriters, communicates bid information to sales personnel; assists to increase percentage of bids won   • Researches, compiles, writes, edits, and proofreads proposals, bids, and other written documents, as requested by the sales and management; validates contractual and documentation packages for quality, accuracy, persuasiveness, and compliance with company practices   • Integrates the various pieces of information gathered from all departments into a comprehensive presentation; creates and modifies graphics to convey ideas, methodologies,