Education Bid Writer

Sweethaven Education is looking for a dynamic, ambitious individual to join our exciting, growing company as an Entry Level Bid Writer in the Education and Technology space.

By law, schools and public sector companies have to invite companies to submit proposals, quotations and service offers via a competitive process. This role will therefore be assisting with the writing and submission of Education bid responses and actively looking at new strategic opportunities and partnerships for Sweethaven Education to be involved in. The successful individual will also be responsible for helping to manage successful contract wins ongoing.

Hands-on training will be provided from day one by leading experts in the Education market, alongside a personalised progression path. This is a fantastic entry-level role into the industry and will act as a springboard into many wider opportunities as Sweethaven continues to grow.

**About Sweethaven**

Sweethaven Computers Ltd is a fast-growing ICT Services & Solutions provider for schools and businesses across the South of England.

Founded in 1977 and still very much a family-run company at our core, we have a long-standing reputation for delivering ICT excellence and support with a personal touch.

**Why work for us**

At Sweethaven we pride ourselves on developing individuals to reach their full potential. We are committed to pairing the right roles with the right people and to developing people’s strengths whilst continuously encouraging thinking outside the box.

As a part of the group here you will be working with and learning from a team of experts within a fast-growing company, with people who have a true passion for what they do and a real drive for staying at the forefront of tech innovation.

**Job type & Salary**

Full time, Monday
- Friday.

£30,000 per year + uncapped commission

**Benefits**
- Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission programme
- Full training programme
- Monthly performance-related incentives - including additional holiday days and vouchers
- Increased holiday allowance and sick pay with length of service
- Discounted healthcare scheme
- Social and team building activities

**Main activities will include**:

- Supporting strategic growth of Sweethaven Education through assistance in writing and forming bid responses
- Researching and investigating suitable bidding opportunities
- Researching and preparing bid documentation
- Actively seeking new opportunities and partnerships within the education space
- Collaborating with a range of Sweethaven internal departments
- Supporting with the onboarding of new school customers to ensure the highest level of customer communication and personal-touch service
- Proactively supporting the account management team to foster the very best relationships with our education customers
- Proactively managing successful contracts ongoing

**Your core skillset will be**:

- Team-oriented and results-focussed
- Strong command of the English language and exceptional written communication skills (Minimum English A Level)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
- Proven ability to meet deadlines

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

**Salary**: £30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Bid writer