Job Description

Job description:CACTUS is a remote-first organization and we embrace an accelerate from anywhere culture. You may be required to travel to our Mumbai office based on business requirements or for company/team events.We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Proposal Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 7-8 years of experience in creating proposals, pitch decks, understanding tenders, and developing quotations. They must possess exceptional writing and communication skills and be adept at tailoring content to different audiences and business needs. The role requires a strategic mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Job responsibilities:

• Develop, write, and edit compelling business proposals, RFP responses, pitch decks, and quotations that align with client requirements and business objectives.
• Analyse and interpret tender documents to ensure compliance with client specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, finance, and technical teams, to gather necessary information for proposals.
• Ensure proposals are structured, persuasive, and designed to increase the likelihood of winning business opportunities.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and market insights to strengthen proposal strategies.
• Maintain a database of proposal templates, case studies, and reference materials for efficiency in future submissions.
• Proofread and edit proposals to maintain high-quality standards and consistency in messaging.
• Manage multiple proposal projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications and prerequisites:

• 7-8 years of proven experience in proposal writing, pitch deck creation, and understanding tenders and quotations.
• Strong ability to write persuasive and high-impact content tailored to different stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with various departments and clients.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and proposal management tools.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy and compliance in all proposal materials.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience in managing multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Application process:Before applying, please ensure you meet the role requirements listed above and have legal authorization to work in the country where this role is advertised. Our selection process typically involves an initial screening by a recruiter, a technical assessment, and two to three interview rounds. For this role, 3 interviews.Equal OpportunityOur hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.Accelerating from AnywhereAs a remote-first organization, these are essential attributes we look for in all our candidates.

• Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organize, prioritize and deliver results independently.
• Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page.
• Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration.
• Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status.

About Us:At Cactus Communications, we break barriers between science and researchers. We are a science communication and technology company. We specialize in AI products and solutions that improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. At CACTUS, we champion an "accelerate from anywhere" culture that fuels our high-performance mindset. Flexibility isn't just a benefitxe2x80x94its the cornerstone of our productivity. By empowering our teams to work when and where they thrive best, we ensure innovation, drive, and excellence remain at the heart of everything we do. Together we, Power research. Empower people.

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