RFP, Content Strategist

PayPal

  • Illinois
  • $94,000-156,200 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
The CompanyPayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Proposal Strategist to join our Commercial Strategy & Execution team. This role is pivotal in advancing high-value sales opportunities through the development of strategic, persuasive, and customer-aligned content, including RFP responses and other assets. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong writing acumen, and has a proven ability to collaborate effectively across geographies and functions.Job Description:Essential Responsibilities:
  • Analyze sales data to recommend process improvements.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Prepare detailed reports for management review.
  • Handle complex customer inquiries and provide solutions.
  • Mentor junior analysts and guide their professional growth.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualification:Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the end-to-end development of Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, brand tone, and strategic priorities.
  • Draft and tailor executive-facing pitch materials, including:
  • Executive summaries
  • Cover letters
  • Presentation content
  • Value propositions and messaging frameworks
  • Translate complex solutions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with C-level decision-makers.
  • Maintain and enhance content in our RFP knowledge base (Loopio), ensuring accuracy, relevance, and consistency.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders including Sales, Legal, Product, and Marketing to gather inputs and validate content.
  • Manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines and evolving requirements.
  • Adapt to the needs of a globally distributed team, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative culture across time zones.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5–7 years of experience in proposal development, content strategy, or related roles in enterprise sales environments.
  • Demonstrated excellence in business writing, particularly in high-stakes, client-facing content.
  • Mastery of RFP response tools (Loopio experience strongly preferred); proficiency with ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and other LLMs or AI-based tools
  • Experience in Fintech, SaaS, or other technology-driven industries is highly desirable.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage ambiguity.
Subsidiary: PayPalTravel Percent: 0-PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit . The US national annual pay range for this role is $94,000 to $156,200PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit .For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.Our Benefits:At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit .Who We Are:to learn more about our culture and community.Commitment to Diversity and InclusionPayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .Belonging at PayPal:Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please .We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.

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