Proposal Writer

**Who we are**:Subsea Craft is a fast growing, privately funded, UK-based SME delivering Advanced Maritime Technology. We leverage our team’s defence experience and technology expertise with cross-industry partnerships in the field of advanced maritime engineering. Our market ready platform, VICTA, is an optionally crewed / payload carrying dual-domain platform designed to operate at speed over range, capable of rapid transition beneath the surface to operate submerged, enabling the discreet delivery of effects within contested waters. It is a unique, innovative British platform focused primarily on the defence market but with utility beyond.

**What we offer**:

- Private Healthcare with optional family cover
- Life Assurance (4 x salary)
- Critical Illness Cover
- Unlimited Paid Holiday
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Pension contribution
- Flexible Working
- A culture of diversity and innovative thinking

As a Proposal Writer at SubSea Craft you will play a crucial role in securing new business opportunities within the defence market. You will be responsible for the development of high-quality, compelling proposals that meet client requirements and align with our strategic goals. This position requires an understanding of the global defence market, excellent communication skills, technical writing expertise and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- Bid Development: Play a key role in the bid development process from inception to submission, working closely with technical and business development teams to create winning proposals.
- Market Research: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and government policies to inform bid strategies and positioning.
- Proposal Writing: Produce well-written, technically accurate, and compelling proposals that clearly articulate the value proposition and address client needs.
- Bid Management: Provide support throughout the entire bid lifecycle, including coordinating internal resources, managing timelines, and ensuring compliance with submission requirements.
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks associated with bids and work with relevant teams to develop mitigation strategies.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews of proposals to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with client specifications.
- Post-Bid Analysis: Evaluate the outcomes of bids, identifying areas for improvement, and contributing to lessons learned for continuous enhancement of the bid process.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Proven experience in bid writing and bid management, preferably within the defence sector.
- An understanding of the defence market, procurement processes, and relevant industry standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids concurrently.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance requirements in the defence industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, or a related discipline).

**Values**:Our people are our greatest asset, we continually strive to provide an excellent working environment to enable our team to do their best work. We have an agile professional workforce: we are founded on the belief that our people are valued and our business is trusted, inclusive and commercially-adept.

**What we expect from you**:

- Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration
- Initiative and independent working
- Honesty and integrity
- Business and commercial awareness
- Agility, adaptability and continuous development

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.