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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, and approaches Maintains the internal archive of proposal documents, product information, correspondence, and other proposal information; organizes and maintains proposal and product data using print and electronic tools to ensure that current and accurate information is captured appropriately Provides research, administration, and coordination for all forms of proposal research; provides reports based on findings; locates statistical data and interprets in various formats to the team and/or management Resolves problems and answers questions from sales professionals pertaining to assigned proposals; works independently to analyze issues to determine best solutions; sets priorities, plans and organizes workload, and meets established deadlines; maintains consistent communication with the Underwriter and Aflac departments to ensure issues are resolved Assists in analyzing risk and financial data to underwrite new business opportunities for smaller or less complex group cases as needed; works closely with more experienced underwriters to learn Aflac’s products and processes Performs other duties as required Total Rewards The salary range for this job is $55,000 - $80,000. This range is specific to the job and salary offers consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and peer compensation. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Aflac at the time of the posting. At Aflac, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role to allow for future and continued salary growth, and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. In addition to the base salary, we offer an array of benefits to meet your needs including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription drug coverage, health care flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity offered at no costs to employee), 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and an opportunity to purchase company stock. On an annual basis, you’ll also be offered 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO to be used for any reason, and, if eligible, state-mandated sick leave (Washington employees accrue 1-hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked) and other leaves of absence, if eligible, when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including, but not limited to, sick and safe leave, and adoption and parental leave, in all states and localities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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