Trainee Bid Writer

**Trainee Bid Writer - Maintenance & Planned Works**
I am currently recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded and well known property maintenance contractor. They are looking to take on a Trainee Bid Writer.

**Job Purpose/Background**:
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join the dynamic team. As a Trainee Bid Writer, you will play a crucial role in the bid management process, helping towards the delivery of high-quality proposals and securing new business opportunities.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Completion of Approved Lists, Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), and Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents as assigned by the Head of Bids.
- Support with allocated submissions, including conducting 'kick-off' meetings to ensure team members understand proposal requirements and their responsibilities.
- Help with creating and implementing compelling bid themes throughout the written proposals.
- Collate and submit all bid and pricing documents within specified deadlines.
- Provide quality/bid information in the preferred format requested by clients.
- Manage portal downloads/uploads and utilise bid management software to generate and record responses.
- Liaise effectively with Branch, Sales, and National staff to gather accurate and relevant information for bid responses.
- Maintain regular communication with the team and manager, promoting transparency and collaborative working.

**Knowledge / Experience**:

- Excellent communication, both verbal and written.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

**Salary & Benefits**
- £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience
- Bonus scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Paid holidays (25+Bank Holiday)
- Progression opportunities

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Barking: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Creative Writing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person