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Beacon Hill ยท 1 month ago

Documentation Specialist

Beacon Hill is a staffing solutions company dedicated to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. They are seeking a Document & Proposal Specialist who will be responsible for preparing, formatting, and polishing client deliverables and proposals, with a strong focus on Microsoft Word document production and editing.

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Responsibilities

Word-Heavy Document Production & Editing (Core of the Role) Format, assemble, and maintain long, complex documents (often 50+ pages) in Microsoft Word, including: Applying and managing styles (headings, body text, lists, captions). Creating and updating tables of contents, lists of tables/figures, and cross-references. Managing section breaks, headers/footers, page numbering, and appendices. Track and incorporate edits from multiple team members using Track Changes and Comments, ensuring final documents are clean and professional. Convert final documents to PDF, check pagination and formatting, and organize exhibits/attachments for submission. Assist with document version control and file organization for major client projects (e.g., CON applications, regulatory filings, large reports)
Writing & Content Support Draft, edit, and proofread client-facing documents, including: Executive summaries, project narratives, and sections of reports. Cover letters, transmittal letters, and response memos. GSA RFQ responses and related proposal content. Improve clarity, tone, and flow of technical content written by consultants, while preserving substance. Catch and correct grammar, punctuation, and formatting issues, with high attention to detail
GSA & RFQ Support Assist in tracking GSA opportunities and organizing relevant documentation. Help compile and format RFQ responses, including assembling past performance information, staff bios, standard forms, and attachments. Maintain and update standard text blocks, templates, and boilerplate language used in proposals and RFQs
Light Excel & Data Tasks Use Excel for basic to intermediate tasks, such as: Updating data tables, simple formulas (SUM, AVERAGE, percentages). Cleaning and organizing data prior to being incorporated into reports. Updating and checking figures that are referenced in Word documents. Coordinate with consultants to ensure consistency between Excel tables and the narrative sections of reports
General Project Support (Limited Traditional Admin) Help maintain organized electronic project folders and naming conventions. Assist with printing/binding, assembling hard-copy submissions, and coordinating shipping when necessary. Provide occasional support on scheduling or logistics for major deadlines, but this is not a calendar-heavy executive assistant role

Qualification

Microsoft WordDocument ProductionExcel ProficiencyAttention to DetailGSA Contract SupportProposal DevelopmentAdobe Acrobat

Required

2-5+ years of experience in a professional environment with heavy Microsoft Word usage, ideally in: Consulting, legal, technical writing, proposal development, healthcare, or another document-intensive field
Demonstrated strength in writing and editing: Able to write clear, concise, professional prose. Comfortable editing others' work for clarity, grammar, and structure
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including: Styles, TOC, cross-references, section breaks, headers/footers. Track Changes and Comments for multi-author review cycles. Page layout, tables, and basic graphics insertion
Proficiency in Excel (not an analyst, but beyond basic): Comfortable with formulas like SUM, AVERAGE, percentages, basic IF, and simple lookups. Able to neatly format and organize tables for use in reports
Strong attention to detail, especially under deadline pressure. Ability to learn complex subject matter (healthcare, regulatory topics) and handle sensitive information confidentially
Must be able and willing to work in-office in Raleigh at least 20 hours per week on a regular schedule

Preferred

Experience supporting healthcare, regulatory, legal, grant, or proposal work (e.g., RFP/RFQ responses, grant applications, or CON applications). Experience assisting with GSA contracts and/or other government proposal processes
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat for combining PDFs, adding bookmarks, and checking accessibility
Experience in a small firm or boutique consulting environment, where people wear multiple hats

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal and state leave programs

Company

Beacon Hill

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Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amber Leslie
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Amy Van Sicklin
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