Bid Writer - Hybrid Work Flexibility (Previous Relevant Experince is Required) - Telent
Bid Writer
London, United Kingdom(Hybrid)
Job Description
At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of somethingbigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work
we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire
organisation better. Join us and help keep the nations critical
networks connected and protected 24/7.
The role contributes effectively to the Asset Management workwinning functions by delivering high-quality bid proposals of
significant value to Telent. Reporting to the Senior Bid Writer the role
works independently to produce client-focused, compelling proposals to
reflect company expertise and innovation while ensuring all submissions
made are compliant, timely and aligned to proposal requirements.
For the role to be successful, it will engage with multidisciplinary teams across a number of bidding activities to collaborate
and build effective relationships eg Business Development Managers, Bid
Managers and Estimators/Cost Engineers,subject matter experts, business
heads, technical leads and operational delivery specialists.
The role will participate in presentations or discussions toreview and evaluate proposal feedback to improve future submissions.
What you’ll do:
- Develop high-quality responses to meet the bid programme and
times.
- Production of high-quality, high-scoring, compelling, compliant
submissions
- Leading and participating in answer planning and storyboarding
differentiators to ensure they are incorporated into written
responses
- Key contributor to win/loss reviews, gathering feedback on their
responses.
- Understand and interpret proposal instructions and requirements
to formulate compelling, persuasive, clear and concise written
responses to meet clients’ requirements through PQQs, ITTs and othertender formats.
- Effective interrogation and interpretation of client documents
such as Scopes and Specifications to fully understand requirements and
adapt SMEs’ technical language to suit the needs of the responsewithout changing technical propositions.
- Conduct extensive research to understand the project or business
opportunity in detail.
Who you are:
We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Bid Writer tojoin our team. This role is perfect for someone with a demonstrable
track record of successfully contributing to winning bids. The ideal
candidate will have a strong background in business writing and editing, combined with a passion for crafting clear, persuasive, and impactfulproposals.
Key Requirements:
- Demonstrable track record of individual contribution to winning
- Degree in English / Computer Science / Engineering or equivalent
- Strong Microsoft Office experience, particularly Word.
- Excellent business writing and editing skills
- Excellent English skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational skills, capable of working towards and
- APMP or equivalent qualification (or demonstrable experience of
- Awareness of Traffic, Rail, Telecommunications and IT products,
- Ability to present, communicate, persuade and influence at all
listening and effective questioning
What we offer:
A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies andclients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make
an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to
deliver.
We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-goingcommitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values
difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they
can be themselves and to thrive at work.
The additional benefits with this role:
- 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to
- Company pension scheme
- A range of family friendly policies
- Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
- Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward
scheme.
Learn more about Telent:
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We’re passionate about creating an environment that championsdiversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be
themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at
the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect
the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we
support.
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About Us
About Telent
Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience inmission critical communications and technology. of the UK’s critical
digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people
and communities, using the best technology and innovation available.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on
all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high
performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for
everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.
Brilliance brought together.
We are guided by our values and behaviours:
Be Inclusive
Take Responsibility
Collaborate
Be Customer-focussed