Senior Proposal Writer
Description
The Senior Proposal Writer is responsible for timely completion and strategic development of high-quality, competitive proposal content. This individual serves as a senior member of the proposal team and partners cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product management, and implementation throughout the proposal content writing process. The Senior Proposal Writer plays a critical role in shaping a prospect’s expectations of Tyler’s solutions through differentiated messaging, market-aligned positioning, and deep institutional knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Develops compelling, market-informed proposal narratives that synthesize existing content, new SME inputs, and product positioning into persuasive, customer-focused responses
- Owns development of complex and high-visibility RFx sections from strategy and outline creation through final review
- Applies deep product, industry, and institutional knowledge to position Tyler solutions effectively against competitor offerings and evolving market trends
- Reviews, edits, and proofreads proposal content and related materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, compliance, and alignment with strategic messaging
- Mentors and trains proposal writers and cross-functional contributors on proposal best practices, content standards, and effective positioning techniques
- Manages multiple complex projects simultaneously, maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail
- Leverages proposal team tools, templates, and knowledge repositories to drive efficiency, accuracy, and content standardization
- Contributes to the evolution of writing processes, tools, and best practices to improve quality, scalability, and team performance
- Leads internal writing-focused trainings and workshops
- Owns the evolution and maintenance of Tyler’s proposal style guidelines
Qualifications
- BS/BA in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field
- 3+ years of experience in a proposal writing role, with demonstrated success writing client-focused, persuasive proposal content
- Strong professional and persuasive written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, customer-focused messaging
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (both independently and as a team player)
- Exceptional attention to detail, follow-up, and quality control standards
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities simultaneously
- Experience in public sector software industry or persuasive writing
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, in addition to Adobe
- Advanced skills in Qvidian architecture and content management