We are excited to bring on a Request for Proposal Associate to join our Operations team supporting Workplace Solutions. Background Details The Request for Proposal team plays a critical role in supporting Lincoln Financial Group’s Group Protection business by partnering with sales, underwriting, and client service teams to deliver accurate and timely Request for Proposal (RFP) responses. As an Associate, you will apply foundational product and services knowledge to support basic RFP and renewal responses that accurately and favorably represent Lincoln Financial Group’s offerings. You will work closely with members of the selling team and key subject matter experts to gather information, understand client needs, and support pre- and post-sale activities. If this sounds like a role for you, please read on! What you'll be doing You will support and promote change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives within assigned area(s) of responsibility. You will maintain knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility. You will perform and deliver on routine assignments/projects for their assigned area(s) of responsibility. You will coordinate and perform basic pre and post-sale activities with subject matter experts to include Underwriting, Client Services, Implementation, etc. You will collaborate with key internal/external stakeholders to gather and assess basic information needed to support renewal requests. You will provide routine print and document management support within the RFP team & across GP Distribution and Account Management. You will educate brokers on LFG service model, policies & procedures; refers service issues to appropriate avenues for resolution. You will recommend basic process improvements to enhance current process, reduce redundancy & errors, and enhance the customer experience. You will represent the Request for Proposal team for any special projects. What we’re looking for Must-have experience (Required): 4 Year/ Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required) 0 - 1 Years experience with RFPs/ RFIs that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position (Required) Ability to communicate effectively (verbal/written) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Application Deadline What’s it like to work here? At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. What’s in it for you: Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes Leadership development and virtual training opportunities PTO/parental leave Competitive 401 K and employee benefits Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program Tuition assistance program