What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Manager position at Checkout.com?
Company Description
We’re Checkout.com – you might not know our name, but companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony do. That moment when you check out online? We make it happen.
Checkout.com is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why.
With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere – but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they’re fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn’t just another job; it’s a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech.
Job Description
About the role
Checkout.com is seeking a highly capable and commercially minded Proposal Manager to join our global RFP Management team. We are looking for a sharp individual with demonstrated payments industry expertise and a proven track record in proposal management or a closely related commercial function. Ideal backgrounds include Pre-Sales, Marketing, or Commercial roles heavily involved in business development or account management.
What you’ll be doing
You will manage high-stakes, exciting opportunities, with a primary focus on the North American market. You will also support our central team in executing bids for global markets across Europe and MENA, covering our entire suite of products. Your contributions will directly influence the ongoing success of our Commercial organization and Checkout.com's broader growth story.
Bring all of you to work
We create the conditions for high performers to thrive – through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.
Here, you’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity – and where your growth is in your hands.
We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you’re ready to grow and make a difference, you’ll be right at home here.
It’s important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable.
Life at Checkout.com
We understand that work is just one part of your life. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.
Curious about what it’s like to be part of our team? Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our culture, open roles, and what drives us.
For a closer look at daily life at Checkout.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram
We’re Checkout.com – you might not know our name, but companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony do. That moment when you check out online? We make it happen.
Checkout.com is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why.
With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere – but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they’re fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn’t just another job; it’s a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech.
Job Description
About the role
Checkout.com is seeking a highly capable and commercially minded Proposal Manager to join our global RFP Management team. We are looking for a sharp individual with demonstrated payments industry expertise and a proven track record in proposal management or a closely related commercial function. Ideal backgrounds include Pre-Sales, Marketing, or Commercial roles heavily involved in business development or account management.
What you’ll be doing
You will manage high-stakes, exciting opportunities, with a primary focus on the North American market. You will also support our central team in executing bids for global markets across Europe and MENA, covering our entire suite of products. Your contributions will directly influence the ongoing success of our Commercial organization and Checkout.com's broader growth story.
- Lead the end-to-end RFP process for complex, high-value deals, serving as the project lead for bid teams.
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Product, and InfoSec to develop best-in-class proposals and pitches.
- Ensure all submissions are meticulously detailed, strategically aligned, and meet a rigorous, quality-first standard.
- Act as a front-row participant in some of the most dynamic and exciting payments RFPs globally.
- Demonstrable experience within the payments industry.
- Proven experience in bid management, proposal development, or relevant roles within Pre-Sales or Commercial teams.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to a quality-first mindset.
- Strong project management skills and the passion to lead and guide cross-functional teams toward successful RFP outcomes.
- A proactive, continuous improvement mentality focused on enhancing bid processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a flair for writing compelling content for the US market.
- Highly organized self-starter with the ability to prioritize shifting workloads and tasks effectively.
- Experience in SME stakeholder management, and ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.
- Strong writing skills and the ability to translate technical jargon into straightforward, influential business development content.
- A strong team player with a can-do attitude and proficiency in problem-solving.
- Expert cradle-to-grave bid or project management skills.
- Proficiency in G-Suite, MS Office and RFP software platforms.
Bring all of you to work
We create the conditions for high performers to thrive – through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.
Here, you’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity – and where your growth is in your hands.
We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you’re ready to grow and make a difference, you’ll be right at home here.
It’s important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable.
Life at Checkout.com
We understand that work is just one part of your life. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.
Curious about what it’s like to be part of our team? Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our culture, open roles, and what drives us.
For a closer look at daily life at Checkout.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram