Bid Writer Central London / Hybrid Salary c£37,500 + generous benefits package inc 25 days holiday and an extra day on your birthday Want to join a hardworking, successful and fun leading international real estate consultancy? If so, read on as they are currently seeking a Bid Writer to join their Bid Team in their London Office. Operating a hybrid-working policy giving employees the opportunity to work between their home and the office. You Demonstrable experience of bid writing for winning submissions across public and private sector opportunities. Ability to write clearly and concisely Experience in managing bid projects from start to completion would be advantageous. APMP qualification (advantageous) and a commitment to CPD Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability and be able to prioritise multiple demands effectively to tight deadlines. Ability to influence and gain respect from senior management. IT literate - must be able to use MS Office (Word, Excel, PP) and D365 to a high standard Eye for design and proficiency in using Adobe Creative Cloud apps (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator would be advantageous). Highly organised, self-motivated and reliable. Can-do attitude with ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team when necessary. For more information please contact Tanya Smith at Bid Solutions Limited.
May 20, 2024
Full time
Bid Writer Central London / Hybrid Salary c£37,500 + generous benefits package inc 25 days holiday and an extra day on your birthday Want to join a hardworking, successful and fun leading international real estate consultancy? If so, read on as they are currently seeking a Bid Writer to join their Bid Team in their London Office. Operating a hybrid-working policy giving employees the opportunity to work between their home and the office. You Demonstrable experience of bid writing for winning submissions across public and private sector opportunities. Ability to write clearly and concisely Experience in managing bid projects from start to completion would be advantageous. APMP qualification (advantageous) and a commitment to CPD Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability and be able to prioritise multiple demands effectively to tight deadlines. Ability to influence and gain respect from senior management. IT literate - must be able to use MS Office (Word, Excel, PP) and D365 to a high standard Eye for design and proficiency in using Adobe Creative Cloud apps (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator would be advantageous). Highly organised, self-motivated and reliable. Can-do attitude with ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team when necessary. For more information please contact Tanya Smith at Bid Solutions Limited.
Senior Bid Writer Salary: Up to 70,000 Location: Hybrid, candidates should be happy working in London around twice a week. This market leader provides best in class solutions to the security & facilities management sector. They offer a dynamic and supportive working environment where you will have the opportunity to progress and work with an extensive high-profile client base. They are looking to enhance their highly successful commercial team and are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience writing or managing bids within the security or facilities management sectors. Responsibilities: Work closely with clients to understand their detailed requirements. Manage client interaction throughout the bid lifecycle. Create quality focused bid responses. Respond to client RFIs, PQQs etc. Manage the production of bid documentation. Ensure the timely completion of bid documentation. Work closely with the sales team throughout the Bid process. Produce reports on bid progress. Manage and maintain all bid documents. Applicants should meet the following criteria: Experience writing bids and proposals within the Security Guarding or Facilities Management sectors is essential Experience creating successful well written bid responses. Strong client engagement skills with a track record of influencing customers at a senior level. Ability to challenge others to keep a bid on course. Ability to think strategically. Strong commercial acumen All applications are treated in the strictest confidence: Momentum Security Recruitment Specialists Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region. Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets. Corporate Security Security Guarding - Management & Operations Security Guarding - Officer & site personnel staff Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud Facilities Management - Hard (M&E) & Soft Services Security Sales & Business Development
May 20, 2024
Full time
Senior Bid Writer Salary: Up to 70,000 Location: Hybrid, candidates should be happy working in London around twice a week. This market leader provides best in class solutions to the security & facilities management sector. They offer a dynamic and supportive working environment where you will have the opportunity to progress and work with an extensive high-profile client base. They are looking to enhance their highly successful commercial team and are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience writing or managing bids within the security or facilities management sectors. Responsibilities: Work closely with clients to understand their detailed requirements. Manage client interaction throughout the bid lifecycle. Create quality focused bid responses. Respond to client RFIs, PQQs etc. Manage the production of bid documentation. Ensure the timely completion of bid documentation. Work closely with the sales team throughout the Bid process. Produce reports on bid progress. Manage and maintain all bid documents. Applicants should meet the following criteria: Experience writing bids and proposals within the Security Guarding or Facilities Management sectors is essential Experience creating successful well written bid responses. Strong client engagement skills with a track record of influencing customers at a senior level. Ability to challenge others to keep a bid on course. Ability to think strategically. Strong commercial acumen All applications are treated in the strictest confidence: Momentum Security Recruitment Specialists Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region. Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets. Corporate Security Security Guarding - Management & Operations Security Guarding - Officer & site personnel staff Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud Facilities Management - Hard (M&E) & Soft Services Security Sales & Business Development
Our client, a Renewable Energy Business,are looking for a bid writer to join the team who will be integral in developing high quality bid proposals and working on associated tenders. Roles and Responsibilities of the Senior Bid Writer: Responsible for identifying potential bid opportunities and tenders through market research and industry insights in line with company bidding strategy Build and manag click apply for full job details
May 15, 2024
Full time
Our client, a Renewable Energy Business,are looking for a bid writer to join the team who will be integral in developing high quality bid proposals and working on associated tenders. Roles and Responsibilities of the Senior Bid Writer: Responsible for identifying potential bid opportunities and tenders through market research and industry insights in line with company bidding strategy Build and manag click apply for full job details
Bid Writer 50,000 - 55,000 + Excellent Company Benefits Hybrid working - near Essex Do you have Bid Writing experience, looking to be involved in specialist projects for a rapidly growing market leader who will invest in your development with structured progression? This is an excellent opportunity to work for a renowned company, where you will work alongside specialist department, working on bespoke bids for a range of niche clients. The company are going from strength to strength and are continuing expanding as they look to achieve their ambitious goals. The role can be hybrid, with some visits to heads office. You will be involved in a range of large volume ids across different sectors. Further progression is on offer. This position would suit someone with Bid Writing experience, looking to work for a rapidly growing market leader who will allow you to develop your career to a senior level. The Role: Hybrid based Dealing with a range of clients in different sectors Further progression available The Person: Bid writing experience Looking for progression Passionate about offering a great service Bid writer, bid writing, engineer, engineering, construction, groundwork, environment, sustainability, Colchester, Chelmsford, Essex, London, hybrid working, kent, Suffolk, Ipswich, south east To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact James Gray at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
May 11, 2024
Full time
Bid Writer 50,000 - 55,000 + Excellent Company Benefits Hybrid working - near Essex Do you have Bid Writing experience, looking to be involved in specialist projects for a rapidly growing market leader who will invest in your development with structured progression? This is an excellent opportunity to work for a renowned company, where you will work alongside specialist department, working on bespoke bids for a range of niche clients. The company are going from strength to strength and are continuing expanding as they look to achieve their ambitious goals. The role can be hybrid, with some visits to heads office. You will be involved in a range of large volume ids across different sectors. Further progression is on offer. This position would suit someone with Bid Writing experience, looking to work for a rapidly growing market leader who will allow you to develop your career to a senior level. The Role: Hybrid based Dealing with a range of clients in different sectors Further progression available The Person: Bid writing experience Looking for progression Passionate about offering a great service Bid writer, bid writing, engineer, engineering, construction, groundwork, environment, sustainability, Colchester, Chelmsford, Essex, London, hybrid working, kent, Suffolk, Ipswich, south east To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact James Gray at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Senior Bid Writer We are on the search for a skilled Bid Manager and Copy Writer, proficient in creating compelling bids and persuasive copy to support business development and marketing activities. Position: Bid Manager and Copywriter Location: Yorkshire (with travel between Liverpool and North Tyneside) Job type: Permanent Salary: £40-50k per annum We reserve the right to close this position earlier t click apply for full job details
May 10, 2024
Full time
Senior Bid Writer We are on the search for a skilled Bid Manager and Copy Writer, proficient in creating compelling bids and persuasive copy to support business development and marketing activities. Position: Bid Manager and Copywriter Location: Yorkshire (with travel between Liverpool and North Tyneside) Job type: Permanent Salary: £40-50k per annum We reserve the right to close this position earlier t click apply for full job details
Bid Manager - Chorley / Remote Bid Writing is a dynamic, fast-paced function of the Glendale Business Development department. Our team is responsible for the sustainability, growth and sustained success of our business. The newly created Bid Manager position will develop strong links to all other central business functions and participate in the strategic planning of the business. We are looking for a talented, motivated and experienced Bid Manager to join our growing team, contributing to the consolidation of our market-leading position in the industry as well as driving profitability through the growth of our business in new sectors. The successful candidate will enjoy managing and taking control of the production of compelling written bids with a competitive edge. You will manage the end-to-end process of planning and coordinating bids for large-scale green spaces contracts in both the public and private sectors. You will be a senior member of the Business Development team and report directly to the Head of Business Development. Your experience and skillset will mean that you are confident deputising in their absence, with an ability to lead, coach and develop our Bid Writers. The successful candidate will be part of a profitable and rapidly growing nationwide business and be rewarded with a competitive salary, company benefits scheme and a bespoke training plan tailored to their talents and aspirations. The Opportunity The role will primarily involve: Project managing high value bids Managing and coaching our Bid Writers Planning and writing high-quality bid documents Driving the continuous improvement of the Bid Library and Case Studies Managing the compliance and completeness of tender submissions Creating a strong and effective contact network within the business Working closely with the Head of Business Development and deputising when needed Managing value-adding projects such as submissions for industry awards The Person Candidates should be motivated creative writers and/or project managers and have a positive, winning mentality. They will have critical attention to detail, an excellent eye for presentation and design, and the ability to write articulately with flare. Strong organisational and time-management skills are a must in our fast-paced environment. Detailed understanding of commercial contractual arrangements and the ability to participate in creating the financial elements of our bids are desirable. Experience A proven ability to write professionally, preferably in a bidding environment Working in a time-critical role and adhering to strict deadlines Project managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders effectively Personal Qualities Articulate, with clarity in all written material with a high level of attention to detail A capable and confident communicator Excellent project planning, organisational and management skills We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
May 08, 2024
Full time
Bid Manager - Chorley / Remote Bid Writing is a dynamic, fast-paced function of the Glendale Business Development department. Our team is responsible for the sustainability, growth and sustained success of our business. The newly created Bid Manager position will develop strong links to all other central business functions and participate in the strategic planning of the business. We are looking for a talented, motivated and experienced Bid Manager to join our growing team, contributing to the consolidation of our market-leading position in the industry as well as driving profitability through the growth of our business in new sectors. The successful candidate will enjoy managing and taking control of the production of compelling written bids with a competitive edge. You will manage the end-to-end process of planning and coordinating bids for large-scale green spaces contracts in both the public and private sectors. You will be a senior member of the Business Development team and report directly to the Head of Business Development. Your experience and skillset will mean that you are confident deputising in their absence, with an ability to lead, coach and develop our Bid Writers. The successful candidate will be part of a profitable and rapidly growing nationwide business and be rewarded with a competitive salary, company benefits scheme and a bespoke training plan tailored to their talents and aspirations. The Opportunity The role will primarily involve: Project managing high value bids Managing and coaching our Bid Writers Planning and writing high-quality bid documents Driving the continuous improvement of the Bid Library and Case Studies Managing the compliance and completeness of tender submissions Creating a strong and effective contact network within the business Working closely with the Head of Business Development and deputising when needed Managing value-adding projects such as submissions for industry awards The Person Candidates should be motivated creative writers and/or project managers and have a positive, winning mentality. They will have critical attention to detail, an excellent eye for presentation and design, and the ability to write articulately with flare. Strong organisational and time-management skills are a must in our fast-paced environment. Detailed understanding of commercial contractual arrangements and the ability to participate in creating the financial elements of our bids are desirable. Experience A proven ability to write professionally, preferably in a bidding environment Working in a time-critical role and adhering to strict deadlines Project managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders effectively Personal Qualities Articulate, with clarity in all written material with a high level of attention to detail A capable and confident communicator Excellent project planning, organisational and management skills We are proud to be Equal Opportunity employers and are committed to inclusion and diversity If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
The Cake Crew are looking for an experience Senior NPD Technologist to join our development team. You will need a solid background in new product development in the bakery sector, preferably in cakes. This is a customer facing role and you will be responsible for ensuring customer critical paths for project briefs are adhered to, launching products on time, and supporting briefs with innovative ideas and trends through market data and research. Key areas of responsibility include: To manage customers accounts with NPD and EPD projects from concept to launch; Direct contact with Key retailers, face to face and written communication. Create and develop innovative designs, capturing new key trends designs for both NPD and EPD projects. Work to tight deadlines in a fast pace environment ensuring that all key milestones are met. Champion recipe creation and all documentation throughout concept to launch process including recipes, submission forms, QAS/ CQMs, launch folders, factory paperwork. Undertake all tasks associated with product launch organoleptic testing, micro review. Responsible for sourcing new ingredients, fit for purpose for the design, customer and site requirements and costs. Be the first point of contact for basic information such as specification, MOQ, lead times and price. Attend all customer submission meetings. Responsible for sending out kitchen samples and to meet the required delivery deadlines. Work closely with process technologist to organise trials, ensure all raw materials are ordered in advance. Support production and the process technologist through out the trial stage. Organise preproduction launch meetings & over see first product launches Support teams workload to "get the job done". Work closely with relevant specification writer to ensure alignment with project updates Attend any onsite meetings as required Support with innovation days Attend quality panels when required and or Competitor benchmarking sessions Be the link between the customer needs and requirements and the process technologist's adherences to the factory processes Support and ensure transit trials are completed and recorded Responsible for sending out photography samples, public relation samples. Researching new ways to produce and improve the quality, processing and packaging Support with projects for the benefit of the business and department as directed by the NPD manager. Support and cover/deputise the NPD department in the abence of the NPD Manager e.g attend meetings, support the team etc To comply with and assist with implementation of company food safety, quality, and legality policies as they relate to the role The ideal person will: Be preferably educated to degree level. Have experience working within an NPD technologist role in the food industry essential, ideally within bakery. Knowledge and experience of bakery ingredient functionality. Understanding of HACCP Principles and suitably qualified (Level 3 minimum) Good written and verbal communication skills Computer literate in all aspects of Microsoft Office Food Hygiene Qualified Conversant with retailer Codes of Practice and Policies desirable - Tesco, Sainsbury's, CO-OP, Aldi, Asda, Morrisons, Iceland, Lidl, Bidfood and Premier / Cadbury would be an advantage. What you will receive: Salary of £36,750.00 per annum. 28 days holiday including bank holidays. paid sick and compassionate leave in line with company policy. Free on-site parking. free tea and coffee. a supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for career development. To apply, please forward you CV to
May 08, 2024
Full time
The Cake Crew are looking for an experience Senior NPD Technologist to join our development team. You will need a solid background in new product development in the bakery sector, preferably in cakes. This is a customer facing role and you will be responsible for ensuring customer critical paths for project briefs are adhered to, launching products on time, and supporting briefs with innovative ideas and trends through market data and research. Key areas of responsibility include: To manage customers accounts with NPD and EPD projects from concept to launch; Direct contact with Key retailers, face to face and written communication. Create and develop innovative designs, capturing new key trends designs for both NPD and EPD projects. Work to tight deadlines in a fast pace environment ensuring that all key milestones are met. Champion recipe creation and all documentation throughout concept to launch process including recipes, submission forms, QAS/ CQMs, launch folders, factory paperwork. Undertake all tasks associated with product launch organoleptic testing, micro review. Responsible for sourcing new ingredients, fit for purpose for the design, customer and site requirements and costs. Be the first point of contact for basic information such as specification, MOQ, lead times and price. Attend all customer submission meetings. Responsible for sending out kitchen samples and to meet the required delivery deadlines. Work closely with process technologist to organise trials, ensure all raw materials are ordered in advance. Support production and the process technologist through out the trial stage. Organise preproduction launch meetings & over see first product launches Support teams workload to "get the job done". Work closely with relevant specification writer to ensure alignment with project updates Attend any onsite meetings as required Support with innovation days Attend quality panels when required and or Competitor benchmarking sessions Be the link between the customer needs and requirements and the process technologist's adherences to the factory processes Support and ensure transit trials are completed and recorded Responsible for sending out photography samples, public relation samples. Researching new ways to produce and improve the quality, processing and packaging Support with projects for the benefit of the business and department as directed by the NPD manager. Support and cover/deputise the NPD department in the abence of the NPD Manager e.g attend meetings, support the team etc To comply with and assist with implementation of company food safety, quality, and legality policies as they relate to the role The ideal person will: Be preferably educated to degree level. Have experience working within an NPD technologist role in the food industry essential, ideally within bakery. Knowledge and experience of bakery ingredient functionality. Understanding of HACCP Principles and suitably qualified (Level 3 minimum) Good written and verbal communication skills Computer literate in all aspects of Microsoft Office Food Hygiene Qualified Conversant with retailer Codes of Practice and Policies desirable - Tesco, Sainsbury's, CO-OP, Aldi, Asda, Morrisons, Iceland, Lidl, Bidfood and Premier / Cadbury would be an advantage. What you will receive: Salary of £36,750.00 per annum. 28 days holiday including bank holidays. paid sick and compassionate leave in line with company policy. Free on-site parking. free tea and coffee. a supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for career development. To apply, please forward you CV to
Job Introduction At Turning Point, it's our job to help people find a new direction in life. Through our person-centred approach to support, we're now one of the country's leading social care providers, with a turnover of over £153m p/a. We continue to grow, and we've big ambitions to stay on that upward curve. Join us as a Senior Bid Writer for our Public Health and Substance Use Services, and you'll help us do just that through your contribution to our bids and tenders. We are flexible in where and how you work. We have regional offices in Manchester and London, with staff living locally to these adopting a flexible/hybrid approach to office/home working. Other members of the team are entirely home based, travelling only when needing to do so for face-to-face meetings. Role Responsibility In this business-critical role, it will be your job to make sure everything we say and do is relevant, engaging and original - ensuring that our excellent track record of service delivery is noticed by Local Authority Commissioners. An experienced Bid Writer with a great track record, you'll be able to turn your hand to any tender or prospective bid that comes your way. Naturally, writing will be the bread and butter of your role, but you'll also be involved in the whole tender/business development process, as well as line managing and coaching other team members. The main responsibilities will include: preparing written responses for tender submissions bid planning / preparation bid leadership and management continuous improvement of business development processes Line management of 1 or more bid writers The Ideal Candidate We are looking for excellent critical thinking skills, the ability to present complex ideas in a simple way, great interpersonal skills, forensic attention to detail, and an organised / methodical mind. You will also have: excellent business writing skills effective project management ability to remain calm and deliver under pressure to tight deadlines good problem solving and critical thinking skills minimum of 2 years' experience in a health and social care business development role, with extensive experience of bid writing demonstrable track record of significant contributions to winning bids, either in own right or as part of a wider team About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision - and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What benefits will I receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future - we're proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications 33 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further - including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You'll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings! Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service - free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more - all free to you and your immediate family Recognition awards to recognise colleagues' inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us! We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents SU Senior Bid Writer 10_23.docx Apply
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Job Introduction At Turning Point, it's our job to help people find a new direction in life. Through our person-centred approach to support, we're now one of the country's leading social care providers, with a turnover of over £153m p/a. We continue to grow, and we've big ambitions to stay on that upward curve. Join us as a Senior Bid Writer for our Public Health and Substance Use Services, and you'll help us do just that through your contribution to our bids and tenders. We are flexible in where and how you work. We have regional offices in Manchester and London, with staff living locally to these adopting a flexible/hybrid approach to office/home working. Other members of the team are entirely home based, travelling only when needing to do so for face-to-face meetings. Role Responsibility In this business-critical role, it will be your job to make sure everything we say and do is relevant, engaging and original - ensuring that our excellent track record of service delivery is noticed by Local Authority Commissioners. An experienced Bid Writer with a great track record, you'll be able to turn your hand to any tender or prospective bid that comes your way. Naturally, writing will be the bread and butter of your role, but you'll also be involved in the whole tender/business development process, as well as line managing and coaching other team members. The main responsibilities will include: preparing written responses for tender submissions bid planning / preparation bid leadership and management continuous improvement of business development processes Line management of 1 or more bid writers The Ideal Candidate We are looking for excellent critical thinking skills, the ability to present complex ideas in a simple way, great interpersonal skills, forensic attention to detail, and an organised / methodical mind. You will also have: excellent business writing skills effective project management ability to remain calm and deliver under pressure to tight deadlines good problem solving and critical thinking skills minimum of 2 years' experience in a health and social care business development role, with extensive experience of bid writing demonstrable track record of significant contributions to winning bids, either in own right or as part of a wider team About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision - and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What benefits will I receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future - we're proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications 33 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further - including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You'll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings! Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service - free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more - all free to you and your immediate family Recognition awards to recognise colleagues' inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us! We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents SU Senior Bid Writer 10_23.docx Apply
Bell & Clements is a leading expert in understanding and connecting US coverholders and brokers to flexible and innovative insurance solutions. We are also a registered Lloyd's Broker. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Munich Re, we have access to the expertise, products and risk appetite of one of the largest and most successful insurance groups in the world. We are specialists in offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management for US Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, London Market companies, and Munich Re owned capacity in Germany and the US. We are a responsible employer, with a reputation for innovation and adding value in the insurance distribution chain. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Munich Re, we have access to the expertise, products, risk appetite and career development opportunities of one of the largest and most successful insurance groups in the world. As our business continues to grow, we are committed to expanding our team and provide development opportunities to ensure we are always supporting our people in their career journey. Our talent pool makes us who we are, and our inclusive culture means we are looking to continue to build our team with broad expertise, diverse backgrounds, and ambitious employees. Being part of Bell & Clements provides access to multiple health and wellbeing benefits, work-life balance initiatives (including hybrid working), financial wellbeing packages as well as training, development and career opportunities. The Role - Senior Broker - North American Property Binding Authority Overview To produce, broker and negotiate North American Property (ideally binding authority) business to current and emerging markets. To produce general information for presentation to Underwriters and Clients. Responsibilities Build, develop and maintain existing business relationships through proactive contact. Produce and develop new business opportunities for new and existing clients. Produce and present statistical and data analysis relating to performance of London placed business. Manage the entire process relating to the placement of assigned contracts with Lloyd's Syndicates and London Companies. Request from clients and prepare contract renewal presentation material for syndicates. Negotiate contract placements with clients and markets. Monitor the US Contract renewals and help ensure that renewals are issued in good time. Liaise with In-House Underwriting and GLUK Underwriting divisions on business and customer issues. Liaise with the Claims Department in the resolution of Underwriter Claims queries. Handle new and renewal open market risks. Assist in resolving queries from other departments in a timely manner. To provide assistance to the Chief Broking Officer and Head of Broking as required in order to achieve the departments objectives. To support with the training, development and knowledge sharing within the team and across the business where required. Other Responsibilities Take responsibility for resolving queries from other departments, insurers & clients. Ensure all queries are dealt with in a timely manner by telephone or in writing. Identify when additional assistance is required to resolve queries and request assistance from senior staff member or other departments wherever necessary US travel / Client visits as and when required. To embrace and actively implement the core principles of Continuous Conversations (Commitments, Feedback and Development) as part of daily activities and with other colleagues. Take ownership of and make personal and professional development a priority as part of Continuous Conversations. In line with Continuous Conversations, establish and achieve development aspirations and needs through the setting of commitments and giving and receiving frequent, constructive feedback (referring to resources provided for support) To abide by the policies and procedures of Bell & Clements Ltd Key Skills and Experience Over 10 years experience in North American Property (ideally binding authority) business Excellent negotiation and communication skills Strong analytical and numerical skills Understanding of the market and industry, ability to identify changes and adjust accordingly Proven relationship builder with Underwriters and customers, broad network of relationships across the market Collaborative, team player Innovative thinker, actively seeks out new opportunities and ways of doing things Results, solution and delivery oriented Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and meet deadlines Excellent presentation skills This position is offeredon aPermanentbasis. Annual salary will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Annual leave - 25 days peryear (plus bank holidays) , increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service and an annual allowance (currently £550)any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get togethers. Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or parental status.
Jan 06, 2024
Full time
Bell & Clements is a leading expert in understanding and connecting US coverholders and brokers to flexible and innovative insurance solutions. We are also a registered Lloyd's Broker. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Munich Re, we have access to the expertise, products and risk appetite of one of the largest and most successful insurance groups in the world. We are specialists in offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management for US Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, London Market companies, and Munich Re owned capacity in Germany and the US. We are a responsible employer, with a reputation for innovation and adding value in the insurance distribution chain. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Munich Re, we have access to the expertise, products, risk appetite and career development opportunities of one of the largest and most successful insurance groups in the world. As our business continues to grow, we are committed to expanding our team and provide development opportunities to ensure we are always supporting our people in their career journey. Our talent pool makes us who we are, and our inclusive culture means we are looking to continue to build our team with broad expertise, diverse backgrounds, and ambitious employees. Being part of Bell & Clements provides access to multiple health and wellbeing benefits, work-life balance initiatives (including hybrid working), financial wellbeing packages as well as training, development and career opportunities. The Role - Senior Broker - North American Property Binding Authority Overview To produce, broker and negotiate North American Property (ideally binding authority) business to current and emerging markets. To produce general information for presentation to Underwriters and Clients. Responsibilities Build, develop and maintain existing business relationships through proactive contact. Produce and develop new business opportunities for new and existing clients. Produce and present statistical and data analysis relating to performance of London placed business. Manage the entire process relating to the placement of assigned contracts with Lloyd's Syndicates and London Companies. Request from clients and prepare contract renewal presentation material for syndicates. Negotiate contract placements with clients and markets. Monitor the US Contract renewals and help ensure that renewals are issued in good time. Liaise with In-House Underwriting and GLUK Underwriting divisions on business and customer issues. Liaise with the Claims Department in the resolution of Underwriter Claims queries. Handle new and renewal open market risks. Assist in resolving queries from other departments in a timely manner. To provide assistance to the Chief Broking Officer and Head of Broking as required in order to achieve the departments objectives. To support with the training, development and knowledge sharing within the team and across the business where required. Other Responsibilities Take responsibility for resolving queries from other departments, insurers & clients. Ensure all queries are dealt with in a timely manner by telephone or in writing. Identify when additional assistance is required to resolve queries and request assistance from senior staff member or other departments wherever necessary US travel / Client visits as and when required. To embrace and actively implement the core principles of Continuous Conversations (Commitments, Feedback and Development) as part of daily activities and with other colleagues. Take ownership of and make personal and professional development a priority as part of Continuous Conversations. In line with Continuous Conversations, establish and achieve development aspirations and needs through the setting of commitments and giving and receiving frequent, constructive feedback (referring to resources provided for support) To abide by the policies and procedures of Bell & Clements Ltd Key Skills and Experience Over 10 years experience in North American Property (ideally binding authority) business Excellent negotiation and communication skills Strong analytical and numerical skills Understanding of the market and industry, ability to identify changes and adjust accordingly Proven relationship builder with Underwriters and customers, broad network of relationships across the market Collaborative, team player Innovative thinker, actively seeks out new opportunities and ways of doing things Results, solution and delivery oriented Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and meet deadlines Excellent presentation skills This position is offeredon aPermanentbasis. Annual salary will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. Annual leave - 25 days peryear (plus bank holidays) , increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service and an annual allowance (currently £550)any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get togethers. Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or parental status.
OPEN MARKET TECHNICIAN to £50,000 CITY BASED LLOYDS BROKER To provide a quality Open Market technical service covering all aspects of insurance technical needs and as well as those of their clients and Underwriters. To provide a quality Open Market technical service to Brokers covering all aspects of their insurance To advise, manage and arrange for all client documentation and deliver accurately within the appropriate timeframes; all in accordance with FCA requirements. To manage all Open Market Technical aspects in a professional and efficient manner and ensure a high standard of service is maintained at all times. To manage other members of the Open Market Technical Team (as or if applicable). To provide support and assistance to senior management as require Role Function Responsibility for the efficient management of all allocated Open Market Technical work including Lineslips; consistent with service levels, including the performance of internal Technical due diligence checks and procedures. Ensure that all communications, including e-mails, Technical documentation, Broker Insurance Documentation (BIDS) and any other form of communication are accurate at all times and created or issued in accordance with internal and FCA requirements. Ensure that client's needs are met by exercising excellent skills and knowledge in the handling of all Open Market Technical aspects. Ensure that Underwriters needs are met by exercising excellent skills and knowledge in the handling of all Open Market Premiums and Lineslip Premium bordereau submissions to Xchanging via the IMR. To liaise with Placing Brokers as and when required to satisfy all Technical due diligence duties and requirements. Ensure that all files/electronic files and insurance placements are recorded correctly onto internal systems. Ensure that effective Credit Control Procedures are adhered to and maintained in accordance with Technical procedures including the allocation of monies to clients and Underwriters as required. Comply with the requirements of company policies and procedures. Carrying out any duties assigned in a responsible, positive and helpful manner, thereby demonstrating a courteous attitude to all work colleagues and customers. Minimum Ten years London Market experience Ref 8937 MW Appointments is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
OPEN MARKET TECHNICIAN to £50,000 CITY BASED LLOYDS BROKER To provide a quality Open Market technical service covering all aspects of insurance technical needs and as well as those of their clients and Underwriters. To provide a quality Open Market technical service to Brokers covering all aspects of their insurance To advise, manage and arrange for all client documentation and deliver accurately within the appropriate timeframes; all in accordance with FCA requirements. To manage all Open Market Technical aspects in a professional and efficient manner and ensure a high standard of service is maintained at all times. To manage other members of the Open Market Technical Team (as or if applicable). To provide support and assistance to senior management as require Role Function Responsibility for the efficient management of all allocated Open Market Technical work including Lineslips; consistent with service levels, including the performance of internal Technical due diligence checks and procedures. Ensure that all communications, including e-mails, Technical documentation, Broker Insurance Documentation (BIDS) and any other form of communication are accurate at all times and created or issued in accordance with internal and FCA requirements. Ensure that client's needs are met by exercising excellent skills and knowledge in the handling of all Open Market Technical aspects. Ensure that Underwriters needs are met by exercising excellent skills and knowledge in the handling of all Open Market Premiums and Lineslip Premium bordereau submissions to Xchanging via the IMR. To liaise with Placing Brokers as and when required to satisfy all Technical due diligence duties and requirements. Ensure that all files/electronic files and insurance placements are recorded correctly onto internal systems. Ensure that effective Credit Control Procedures are adhered to and maintained in accordance with Technical procedures including the allocation of monies to clients and Underwriters as required. Comply with the requirements of company policies and procedures. Carrying out any duties assigned in a responsible, positive and helpful manner, thereby demonstrating a courteous attitude to all work colleagues and customers. Minimum Ten years London Market experience Ref 8937 MW Appointments is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
/Bid Writer £55K + Bonus Gloucester Hybrid We are working with an exciting new VSaaS (video surveillance as a service) company who provides users with a powerful means of managing all their connected devices. Our client has a vacancy for a commercially and technically minded Bid Manager. Working on every element of the bid process, they require someone with the ability to deliver bespoke high-quality PQQ and tender submissions that meet customer needs. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate strong writing and verbal presentation skills. They should be able to produce submissions that answer any questions posed by customers and also promote solutions. The business is growing rapidly and is becoming recognised as a leading business and a developer of cutting-edge technology for a dynamic global market. They are now looking to enhance their application development and integration teams that design, implement and maintain some of the world's best and most advanced video surveillance products. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate and liaise with our external channel partners and internal sales, commercial and operations teams to deliver high quality tender submissions and Requests for Information (RFI) which demonstrate a clear understanding of customer needs. * Analyse and understand PQQ/tender scoring criteria and client requirements as well as the preferences of the target audience. * Write clear, focused and logical proposal material, (and any other required supporting documentation), maintaining consistency of style, brand and tone. * Translate technical information from our product and development teams into written proposals that are clear and can be understood by both technical and non-technical audiences. * Produce case studies and gather additional evidence that supports bid submissions. * Support the commercial team to produce bid winning cost submissions based upon up-to- date competition analysis. * Robustly review our responses against the customer's scoring Matrix. * Contribute to review meetings and consider review comments from review teams to enhance the bid submission. * Where required as part of the bidding process, produce compelling presentations that clearly communicate the key benefits of our solutions. * Follow formal systems and governance processes and ensure timely delivery of tasks within strict timescales. * Using a high attention to detail, be able to summarise the lessons learned from successful/unsuccessful bids and present these findings to senior stakeholders. Essential Requirements * Educated to degree level * Attention to detail. * Work to set standards. * Good command of written and spoken English. * Able to communicate well and work as part of a team. * Excellent interpersonal skills * Demonstrable, strong creative writing skills * Excellent computer skills with advanced MS Word (particularly use of Styles), good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint * Good organisational and time-management skills * Good business acumen Desirable Requirements * Knowledge of security and surveillance markets and an understanding of SaaS business models * Experience in sales * Added knowledge and use of Salesforce Bid Writer £55K + Bonus Gloucester Hybrid By applying to this advert you are giving CPS Group (UK) Ltd authority to hold and process your data for this specific role and any other roles we may deem suitable to you over time. We will not pass your data to any third party without your verbal or written permission to do so. All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training and compliance purposes. CPS Group (UK) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Our new privacy policy can be found on our website.
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
/Bid Writer £55K + Bonus Gloucester Hybrid We are working with an exciting new VSaaS (video surveillance as a service) company who provides users with a powerful means of managing all their connected devices. Our client has a vacancy for a commercially and technically minded Bid Manager. Working on every element of the bid process, they require someone with the ability to deliver bespoke high-quality PQQ and tender submissions that meet customer needs. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate strong writing and verbal presentation skills. They should be able to produce submissions that answer any questions posed by customers and also promote solutions. The business is growing rapidly and is becoming recognised as a leading business and a developer of cutting-edge technology for a dynamic global market. They are now looking to enhance their application development and integration teams that design, implement and maintain some of the world's best and most advanced video surveillance products. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate and liaise with our external channel partners and internal sales, commercial and operations teams to deliver high quality tender submissions and Requests for Information (RFI) which demonstrate a clear understanding of customer needs. * Analyse and understand PQQ/tender scoring criteria and client requirements as well as the preferences of the target audience. * Write clear, focused and logical proposal material, (and any other required supporting documentation), maintaining consistency of style, brand and tone. * Translate technical information from our product and development teams into written proposals that are clear and can be understood by both technical and non-technical audiences. * Produce case studies and gather additional evidence that supports bid submissions. * Support the commercial team to produce bid winning cost submissions based upon up-to- date competition analysis. * Robustly review our responses against the customer's scoring Matrix. * Contribute to review meetings and consider review comments from review teams to enhance the bid submission. * Where required as part of the bidding process, produce compelling presentations that clearly communicate the key benefits of our solutions. * Follow formal systems and governance processes and ensure timely delivery of tasks within strict timescales. * Using a high attention to detail, be able to summarise the lessons learned from successful/unsuccessful bids and present these findings to senior stakeholders. Essential Requirements * Educated to degree level * Attention to detail. * Work to set standards. * Good command of written and spoken English. * Able to communicate well and work as part of a team. * Excellent interpersonal skills * Demonstrable, strong creative writing skills * Excellent computer skills with advanced MS Word (particularly use of Styles), good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint * Good organisational and time-management skills * Good business acumen Desirable Requirements * Knowledge of security and surveillance markets and an understanding of SaaS business models * Experience in sales * Added knowledge and use of Salesforce Bid Writer £55K + Bonus Gloucester Hybrid By applying to this advert you are giving CPS Group (UK) Ltd authority to hold and process your data for this specific role and any other roles we may deem suitable to you over time. We will not pass your data to any third party without your verbal or written permission to do so. All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training and compliance purposes. CPS Group (UK) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Our new privacy policy can be found on our website.
Thornton and Lowe Bid Resource Ltd
Bristol, Somerset
Job Title Bids Executive Location Bristol or leeds Join a team that makes real changes Our client is a UK-Top 100 commercial law firm providing a comprehensive range of legal services from offices in Birmingham, Bristol Leeds and London. The firm advises businesses across construction, energy & resource management, higher education and financial services, complementing the firm's market leadership within housing, local government and health and social care. They currently employ over 480 staff, including 83 Partners, and our award-winning teams provide construction, commercial, corporate, property, regulatory, employment and litigation (commercial and clinical negligence) legal advice and is one of ' the Times Best Law Firms 2021'. They are also an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Learn from the best Their Bid team supports the ambitious growth plans of the firm and over the last 5 years, has successfully managed a steady increase in the number of tenders with a particular focus on winning new work across central and local government, NHS and Housing providers. You will be part of a vibrant Business Development & Marketing Department working with colleagues across business development, marketing, events and the Bids Team, plus working closely with some exceptional Partners who are leaders in their field. "A very supportive firm with the depth of skills in its teams to provide a full service". - Chambers 2021 Rise to the Challenge The Bids Executive provides day-to-day project management and supports/leads on agreed tenders by working closely with nominated Partner lead(s). The Bids Executive role will work closely with the Bid Manager with a need to coordinate and prioritise their workloads based on the demands of the firm. On joining the team, you would undertake a variety of work including: Assisting in the delivery of compelling, high impact and high-quality bids so as to maximise the success ratio Supporting the Bid Manager to implement successfully a coherent and efficient tender process and practice throughout the firm Ensuring that information about tender wins and losses is communicated, and that feedback and recommendations for action are captured and acted upon Producing work that is of high quality and in keeping with the Bevan Brittan brand by regular communication and work with BD&M team colleagues Providing efficient and effective bids project management and support The successful candidate will provide support for a variety of functions some of which will include: Supporting the Bids Manager in all aspects of their role Daily tracking of opportunities and circulating - direct, adverts or national, regional, and local hubs Information management of procurement hubs Management of new tender opportunities from initial notification through to submission Creating InDesign images for tenders responses and presentations Ensuring tenders go through the BIDs checklist Updating tender portal - adding tender documents, compliance documents, methodologies Ensuring CVs are up to date and recorded on the internal databank Developing and continually refreshing libraries of information e.g. credential database, quality policies, experience sheets etc. Assisting Bids Manager in completing any feedback such as tender debriefs or weekly analysis Additional bids support cover when the Bids Manager is out of office The BD&M department is based in Bristol, however, we are open to applicants based in our other office locations of Birmingham or Leeds. Find out how far you can go Essential skill set requirements: Previous bids or legal service tenders experience essential, ideally in a legal or professional services environment Excellent IT skills are a must including internet, intranet, portals, submission of bids online, communication, spreadsheets, databases Excellent organisation skills High attention to detail Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines Degree in a challenging academic subject or relevant professional work experience Strong written and verbal communication Ability to build working relationships at all levels of seniority Strong business acumen to provide opinions and challenge others Preferred skill set requirements: Proactive Constructive Team player Understanding the need for information to be up to date, relevant and consistent A motivated, self-driven, results-orientated individual Problem solver Experience in InDesign preferred but not essential - training can be provided Work-life Balance They offer a substantial benefits package to all employees, which includes 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy up to an additional 5 days), a generous pension scheme and private medical insurance through Vitality (including "phone a GP service", discounted gym membership and 'Vitality' Partner discounts). Staff are entitled to a biannual private health assessment through Nuffield Health and are included in the group life assurance scheme. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme (free telephone support and counselling service) and a cycle scheme (Save Tax & NI on a bike for cycling to work).
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
Job Title Bids Executive Location Bristol or leeds Join a team that makes real changes Our client is a UK-Top 100 commercial law firm providing a comprehensive range of legal services from offices in Birmingham, Bristol Leeds and London. The firm advises businesses across construction, energy & resource management, higher education and financial services, complementing the firm's market leadership within housing, local government and health and social care. They currently employ over 480 staff, including 83 Partners, and our award-winning teams provide construction, commercial, corporate, property, regulatory, employment and litigation (commercial and clinical negligence) legal advice and is one of ' the Times Best Law Firms 2021'. They are also an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Learn from the best Their Bid team supports the ambitious growth plans of the firm and over the last 5 years, has successfully managed a steady increase in the number of tenders with a particular focus on winning new work across central and local government, NHS and Housing providers. You will be part of a vibrant Business Development & Marketing Department working with colleagues across business development, marketing, events and the Bids Team, plus working closely with some exceptional Partners who are leaders in their field. "A very supportive firm with the depth of skills in its teams to provide a full service". - Chambers 2021 Rise to the Challenge The Bids Executive provides day-to-day project management and supports/leads on agreed tenders by working closely with nominated Partner lead(s). The Bids Executive role will work closely with the Bid Manager with a need to coordinate and prioritise their workloads based on the demands of the firm. On joining the team, you would undertake a variety of work including: Assisting in the delivery of compelling, high impact and high-quality bids so as to maximise the success ratio Supporting the Bid Manager to implement successfully a coherent and efficient tender process and practice throughout the firm Ensuring that information about tender wins and losses is communicated, and that feedback and recommendations for action are captured and acted upon Producing work that is of high quality and in keeping with the Bevan Brittan brand by regular communication and work with BD&M team colleagues Providing efficient and effective bids project management and support The successful candidate will provide support for a variety of functions some of which will include: Supporting the Bids Manager in all aspects of their role Daily tracking of opportunities and circulating - direct, adverts or national, regional, and local hubs Information management of procurement hubs Management of new tender opportunities from initial notification through to submission Creating InDesign images for tenders responses and presentations Ensuring tenders go through the BIDs checklist Updating tender portal - adding tender documents, compliance documents, methodologies Ensuring CVs are up to date and recorded on the internal databank Developing and continually refreshing libraries of information e.g. credential database, quality policies, experience sheets etc. Assisting Bids Manager in completing any feedback such as tender debriefs or weekly analysis Additional bids support cover when the Bids Manager is out of office The BD&M department is based in Bristol, however, we are open to applicants based in our other office locations of Birmingham or Leeds. Find out how far you can go Essential skill set requirements: Previous bids or legal service tenders experience essential, ideally in a legal or professional services environment Excellent IT skills are a must including internet, intranet, portals, submission of bids online, communication, spreadsheets, databases Excellent organisation skills High attention to detail Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines Degree in a challenging academic subject or relevant professional work experience Strong written and verbal communication Ability to build working relationships at all levels of seniority Strong business acumen to provide opinions and challenge others Preferred skill set requirements: Proactive Constructive Team player Understanding the need for information to be up to date, relevant and consistent A motivated, self-driven, results-orientated individual Problem solver Experience in InDesign preferred but not essential - training can be provided Work-life Balance They offer a substantial benefits package to all employees, which includes 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy up to an additional 5 days), a generous pension scheme and private medical insurance through Vitality (including "phone a GP service", discounted gym membership and 'Vitality' Partner discounts). Staff are entitled to a biannual private health assessment through Nuffield Health and are included in the group life assurance scheme. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme (free telephone support and counselling service) and a cycle scheme (Save Tax & NI on a bike for cycling to work).
Bid Writer needed for a London-based multi-disciplinary main contractor at their office in East London Company: Multi-disciplinary main contractor Role: Bid Writer Location: East London Salary: £40k-£45k Duties may include: Liaise with senior managers Understand bid timelines and develop a bid plan which meets relevant milestones, angling for a successful completion Support commercial negotiation click apply for full job details
Nov 28, 2022
Full time
Bid Writer needed for a London-based multi-disciplinary main contractor at their office in East London Company: Multi-disciplinary main contractor Role: Bid Writer Location: East London Salary: £40k-£45k Duties may include: Liaise with senior managers Understand bid timelines and develop a bid plan which meets relevant milestones, angling for a successful completion Support commercial negotiation click apply for full job details
Kingswood Group are pleased to be assisting a successful and supportive business based in the Romford area with the recruitment of a Bid Writer/Assistant. Reporting to senior Managers across the business, this role will be a key one within the team so experience is essential to be successful. You will have previous Bid Writer experience writing for a main contractor on Selection Questionnaires/Prim click apply for full job details
Nov 28, 2022
Full time
Kingswood Group are pleased to be assisting a successful and supportive business based in the Romford area with the recruitment of a Bid Writer/Assistant. Reporting to senior Managers across the business, this role will be a key one within the team so experience is essential to be successful. You will have previous Bid Writer experience writing for a main contractor on Selection Questionnaires/Prim click apply for full job details
You'll be joining the 6th largest IT Service Provider, present in more than 50 countries. From our roots in Japan, NTT DATA's mission is to facilitate business change and technology transformation across many industries for a better future for our business, people and community. Our Public Sector Business Unit is growing strongly, and we are looking for experienced pre-sales solution architects to join the team. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are capable of working at pace: rapidly getting up to speed with new requirements and shaping compelling, innovative and differentiated solutions for our customers. You will ideally have a background in the Public Sector, and have successfully led solution aspects of bid responses, presentations and customer discussions. You will be a strong communicator, capable of generating written material of extremely high quality and presenting confidently. You will be comfortable with a wide range of technologies and solution types with a perspective that is broad rather than deep in any specific area. You will have a strong commercial understanding and be able to balance financial and budgetary constraints with customer aspirations. You will be used to working a fast-changing environment, forming new teams quickly, bringing organisation and structure where there is ambiguity and building strong working relationships. You will be responsible for leading the pre-sales activity; typically as part of a formal procurement (e.g. RFx) or in support of a proactive campaign. You will be pivotal to the response, responsible for delivering an integrated solution and a coordinated delivery plan across all technology domains and business practices. You will be authoring your own content, as well as orchestrating and aligning content from across the business. Your primary objectives will be to; Quickly distil customer needs or goals into a simple vision and story board that can act as a central pivot for the pre-sales team Author creative and persuasive pre-sales content Lead solution aspects of client pitches and negotiations Collate, orchestrate, and refine content to create a cohesive solution and delivery model Use your experience to influence and challenge the solutions we present Promote and develop pre-sales governance and best practices Build and leverage a wide senior-level network to navigate the global delivery organisation Develop capability; building momentum across the organisation to create a virtual team of creative content-writers, with great communication skills and strong commercial awareness Optimise knowledge; creating quality content that can be reused, building continual improvement into our knowledge estate and pre-sales assets To take advantage of this opportunity you will need to be a highly structured individual with solid technical background and the ability to lead people and orchestrate multiple points of view. Experience in both delivery and operational roles would be beneficial. You must be comfortable operating with high levels of ambiguity, you must have the ability to bring clarity and build confidence in our understanding of each opportunity Your experience will enable you to tap into your innate knowledge to rapidly qualify opportunities and provide a view on complexity, opportunity size and risk You must be able to unravel business ideas and get to the root of real business value to help our technical architects and business consultants create solutions that will excite our clients Working with a global network of inspiring technologists, you must be able to harness talent from across the NTT Data family to generate solution collateral Whilst working alongside technology and business experts, you must be familiar working with reference architectures and high-level technology patterns & designs The role will demand you to be a strong influencer, having the ability to build good working relationships with delivery partners at all levels within the organisation You must be a great visual storyteller, able to bring solutions to life to help our customers understand and embrace the value of change & technology Education and Experience Senior technical delivery experience on complex, at least some of which has been within the UK Public Sector Sales or pre-sales experience, either in a direct presale / sales role or as part of meeting management responsibilities The ability to build effective teams, recognising people's strengths and weaknesses and establishing the right environment for growth Excellent knowledge of the entire software development lifecycle and in delivery of software products Experience with agile development methods & tooling e.g. Scrum, Kanban, Scaled Agile Framework, GDS Service Standard, Jira & Confluence Understanding of architectural concepts, across application, cloud infrastructure, data, and integration Experience in managed services or operational environments (such as defining service architectures) would also be advantageous Our UK professional community that provides individuals access to mentoring, subject matter expertise, support and training, to help each other grow and reach their career goals. We are looking for individuals who also share and embody our core values of Clients First, Teamwork and Foresight, and that lead by example. To support your hard work and dedication, we will offer you the following: The opportunity, as we grow, to move between our expanding industry portfolios across Telco Media, Public Sector, Insurance, Manufacturing & Automotive and Banking, etc. An online training platform with 3,000+ courses, accessible at any time, to help you sharpen your PM skills and to further your knowledge across a wide range of related disciplines A vibrant community of 120+ project and programme management professionals, to learn and share knowledge and best practice experiences ...And much, much more!
Sep 19, 2022
Full time
You'll be joining the 6th largest IT Service Provider, present in more than 50 countries. From our roots in Japan, NTT DATA's mission is to facilitate business change and technology transformation across many industries for a better future for our business, people and community. Our Public Sector Business Unit is growing strongly, and we are looking for experienced pre-sales solution architects to join the team. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are capable of working at pace: rapidly getting up to speed with new requirements and shaping compelling, innovative and differentiated solutions for our customers. You will ideally have a background in the Public Sector, and have successfully led solution aspects of bid responses, presentations and customer discussions. You will be a strong communicator, capable of generating written material of extremely high quality and presenting confidently. You will be comfortable with a wide range of technologies and solution types with a perspective that is broad rather than deep in any specific area. You will have a strong commercial understanding and be able to balance financial and budgetary constraints with customer aspirations. You will be used to working a fast-changing environment, forming new teams quickly, bringing organisation and structure where there is ambiguity and building strong working relationships. You will be responsible for leading the pre-sales activity; typically as part of a formal procurement (e.g. RFx) or in support of a proactive campaign. You will be pivotal to the response, responsible for delivering an integrated solution and a coordinated delivery plan across all technology domains and business practices. You will be authoring your own content, as well as orchestrating and aligning content from across the business. Your primary objectives will be to; Quickly distil customer needs or goals into a simple vision and story board that can act as a central pivot for the pre-sales team Author creative and persuasive pre-sales content Lead solution aspects of client pitches and negotiations Collate, orchestrate, and refine content to create a cohesive solution and delivery model Use your experience to influence and challenge the solutions we present Promote and develop pre-sales governance and best practices Build and leverage a wide senior-level network to navigate the global delivery organisation Develop capability; building momentum across the organisation to create a virtual team of creative content-writers, with great communication skills and strong commercial awareness Optimise knowledge; creating quality content that can be reused, building continual improvement into our knowledge estate and pre-sales assets To take advantage of this opportunity you will need to be a highly structured individual with solid technical background and the ability to lead people and orchestrate multiple points of view. Experience in both delivery and operational roles would be beneficial. You must be comfortable operating with high levels of ambiguity, you must have the ability to bring clarity and build confidence in our understanding of each opportunity Your experience will enable you to tap into your innate knowledge to rapidly qualify opportunities and provide a view on complexity, opportunity size and risk You must be able to unravel business ideas and get to the root of real business value to help our technical architects and business consultants create solutions that will excite our clients Working with a global network of inspiring technologists, you must be able to harness talent from across the NTT Data family to generate solution collateral Whilst working alongside technology and business experts, you must be familiar working with reference architectures and high-level technology patterns & designs The role will demand you to be a strong influencer, having the ability to build good working relationships with delivery partners at all levels within the organisation You must be a great visual storyteller, able to bring solutions to life to help our customers understand and embrace the value of change & technology Education and Experience Senior technical delivery experience on complex, at least some of which has been within the UK Public Sector Sales or pre-sales experience, either in a direct presale / sales role or as part of meeting management responsibilities The ability to build effective teams, recognising people's strengths and weaknesses and establishing the right environment for growth Excellent knowledge of the entire software development lifecycle and in delivery of software products Experience with agile development methods & tooling e.g. Scrum, Kanban, Scaled Agile Framework, GDS Service Standard, Jira & Confluence Understanding of architectural concepts, across application, cloud infrastructure, data, and integration Experience in managed services or operational environments (such as defining service architectures) would also be advantageous Our UK professional community that provides individuals access to mentoring, subject matter expertise, support and training, to help each other grow and reach their career goals. We are looking for individuals who also share and embody our core values of Clients First, Teamwork and Foresight, and that lead by example. To support your hard work and dedication, we will offer you the following: The opportunity, as we grow, to move between our expanding industry portfolios across Telco Media, Public Sector, Insurance, Manufacturing & Automotive and Banking, etc. An online training platform with 3,000+ courses, accessible at any time, to help you sharpen your PM skills and to further your knowledge across a wide range of related disciplines A vibrant community of 120+ project and programme management professionals, to learn and share knowledge and best practice experiences ...And much, much more!
Our mission is simple, to help the world love Mondays. We are working with a Security and Defence company, seeking a Bid Writer to produce high quality, compelling proposal content working with a range of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from across the business. Salary: £36,000 - £45,000pa DOE Location: St Neots with some remote working The Role: You will be responsible for re-writing/editing draft responses and converting complex solutions into compelling narrative. You will utilise a variety of techniques such as interviews to extract key information from SMEs to aid the proposal development process. Key Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a busy team in a fast-moving, commercial environment working to tight deadlines Ability to communicate and influence at a senior level Strong time management / prioritisation skills Degree educated (ideally English Literature) or journalistic / professional writing background. Advanced MS Word skills & proficient in MS Office. This is a full-time permanent position. If this role is of interest please click below to apply.
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Our mission is simple, to help the world love Mondays. We are working with a Security and Defence company, seeking a Bid Writer to produce high quality, compelling proposal content working with a range of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from across the business. Salary: £36,000 - £45,000pa DOE Location: St Neots with some remote working The Role: You will be responsible for re-writing/editing draft responses and converting complex solutions into compelling narrative. You will utilise a variety of techniques such as interviews to extract key information from SMEs to aid the proposal development process. Key Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a busy team in a fast-moving, commercial environment working to tight deadlines Ability to communicate and influence at a senior level Strong time management / prioritisation skills Degree educated (ideally English Literature) or journalistic / professional writing background. Advanced MS Word skills & proficient in MS Office. This is a full-time permanent position. If this role is of interest please click below to apply.
Senior Account Manager / BID Writer - Midlands £35000- £40000 + OTE 60K + Car Allowance 5k + Remote Working An independent and unique IT Services, Software, Hardware and Technical Expert within the educational sector is looking for an experienced Senior Account Manager to sell IT products to 2 accounts, whilst having the ability to BID write and deal with proposals . The Senior Account Manager will also make visits to the academies once a fortnight and set the example for the rest of the team. Other Duties for the Senior Account Manager role will include: Organising and agreeing on BIDs Reviewing BIDs from colleagues Creating an impression about the company through BID writing Positioning the price points Managing the sales pipeline Senior Account Manager Role Requirements: Account Manage 2 Educational Academies Achieve targets by excelling GP levels Work alongside the accounts to help with budgeting for ICT products Provide insight into smaller projects Create and develop proposals and work alongside the account Ideally have sold ICT to the education sector Senior Account Managers will be offered a fantastic financial package including: Basic salary of £35000-£40000 plus OTE 60k Car Allowance Remote Working Quarterly performance reviews Basic annual salary review Pension Healthcare For more information, please contact Geeta Gill at Penguin Recruitment on , or alternatively email a copy of your CV to Similar Job Titles: Internal Account Manager, Senior Account Manager, Account Manager, Sales Executive, Internal Sales Executive, Sales Consultant, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Business Development Executive, Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, Proposal Editor, Bid Author Commutable Locations : Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Birmingham, Solihull, Royal Leamington Spa, Banbury, Oxford, Witney, Bicester, Chipping Norton, Stratford-upon-Avon
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Senior Account Manager / BID Writer - Midlands £35000- £40000 + OTE 60K + Car Allowance 5k + Remote Working An independent and unique IT Services, Software, Hardware and Technical Expert within the educational sector is looking for an experienced Senior Account Manager to sell IT products to 2 accounts, whilst having the ability to BID write and deal with proposals . The Senior Account Manager will also make visits to the academies once a fortnight and set the example for the rest of the team. Other Duties for the Senior Account Manager role will include: Organising and agreeing on BIDs Reviewing BIDs from colleagues Creating an impression about the company through BID writing Positioning the price points Managing the sales pipeline Senior Account Manager Role Requirements: Account Manage 2 Educational Academies Achieve targets by excelling GP levels Work alongside the accounts to help with budgeting for ICT products Provide insight into smaller projects Create and develop proposals and work alongside the account Ideally have sold ICT to the education sector Senior Account Managers will be offered a fantastic financial package including: Basic salary of £35000-£40000 plus OTE 60k Car Allowance Remote Working Quarterly performance reviews Basic annual salary review Pension Healthcare For more information, please contact Geeta Gill at Penguin Recruitment on , or alternatively email a copy of your CV to Similar Job Titles: Internal Account Manager, Senior Account Manager, Account Manager, Sales Executive, Internal Sales Executive, Sales Consultant, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Business Development Executive, Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, Proposal Editor, Bid Author Commutable Locations : Wolverhampton, Kidderminster, Birmingham, Solihull, Royal Leamington Spa, Banbury, Oxford, Witney, Bicester, Chipping Norton, Stratford-upon-Avon