Proposal Writer

5 days ago

Leeds, United Kingdom SECOM Plc Full time

Applicants without relevant experience will not be considered.

Job Location: Leeds

**Benefits**
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Pension scheme
- Aviva health scheme which includes access to Digital GP
- Discounts on health assessments via Nuffield Health
- Life cover
- Employee discount on security for your home
- Employee Discount Scheme, which is applicable to over 900 of the UK's top retailers, including travel, groceries, gym memberships, utilities and more
- Cycle to work scheme which can save up to 43% on the cost of a bike

**About Us**: SECOM Plc is a leading electronic security provider, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge security solutions to our clients. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we have a proven track record of safeguarding businesses, assets, and individuals. We take pride in our dynamic team of professionals who drive our success through their expertise and dedication.

As a Bid Writer / Proposal Writer at SECOM, you will play a pivotal role in securing new business opportunities and contributing to the growth of our company. Your primary responsibility will be to craft compelling and tailored bids, proposals, and tender responses that effectively communicate our capabilities, value proposition, and commitment to excellence to potential clients.

**The Role**
- **Bid Preparation**: Prepare and write clear, concise, and persuasive bid responses that address client requirements, demonstrating a deep understanding of the electronic security industry and our company's offerings.
- **Proposal Development**: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather technical, financial, and operational information to develop comprehensive proposals that align with client needs and expectations.
- **Market Research**: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and market dynamics to ensure our bids and proposals are competitive and innovative.
- **Compliance**: Ensure that all bid submissions adhere to client specifications, legal requirements, and company policies, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- **Client Engagement**: Engage with clients to clarify requirements, attend site visits, and build strong client relationships to enhance our understanding of their needs.
- **Deadline Adherence**: In conjunction with the Bid Manager, manage bid schedules, deadlines, and submission processes to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality proposals.
- **Quality Assurance**: Implement rigorous quality control processes to review, edit, and proofread bid documents for consistency, accuracy, and compliance.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Participate in post-bid debriefs and analysis to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices in bid writing.
- Proven experience in bid writing, proposal development, or a related role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong research and analytical abilities.
- Familiarity with bid management software and tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Time management and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Can you provide an anonymised example of a previously submitted bid?
- Do you have a previous relevant proposal/bid writing experience ?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds, LS11 8PR

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