BID Writer

Job description

Bid Writer

Would you like the opportunity to work right across the land business? We currently have a vacancy for a Bid Writer, in our Land(UK) business.

As a Bid Writer, you will be responsible for providing a bid writing capability in support of winning campaigns. In addition, you may also act as Proposal Manager, for smaller/less complex captures.

This role will provide you with the exposure to develop customer focussed compelling proposals in support of the bid team through compiling, writing and editing detailed descriptions of the technical offering.

Your main responsibilities as a Bid Writer will involve:

Leading storyboard sessions with bid / proposal team members and key stakeholders

Assisting the Proposal Manager in developing a proposal structure that is customer focused and meets the RFP requirements

Proactively developing and managing a network of subject matter experts

Coaching capture teams and subject matter experts in best practice writing techniques

Assisting the Proposal Manager in developing a proposal structure that is customer focused and meets the RFP requirements

Working with the bid teams to understand the areas of the proposal that will need writing support; undertaking the writing activity for some sections, whilst advising or editing other sections

Delivering completed written proposal responses to the Proposal Manager against agreed RFP deadlines, escalating issues as required

Re-writing / editing proposal responses from a variety of stakeholders, typically involving contributions from sales, marketing, technical / product teams, finance, commercial, legal and delivery

Identifying, capturing and interpreting verbal information from Subject Matter Experts and turn into synthesised proposal copy

Assisting in analysing RFQ against proposal outline to ensure both compliance and responsiveness to customers

Undertaking final quality check of proposal writing; checking for customer focus, ensuring it answers the question and is articulated. Subsequently provides feedback and recommends required changes to proposal content

Supporting the development and co-ordination of support documentation such as elevator briefs, orals presentations on behalf of the Capture team

Leading the effort in drafting documents for proposal production steps: capture planning, storyboarding, book planning, pink team, drafting, red team review and proof-reading

Your skills and qualifications as a Bid Writer :

Previous experience of a similar Bid Writing role

Previous experience of delivering high quality, high impact, winning documents within tight deadlines

Experience in the application of Business Winning processes, policies, tools and approvals including use of gate reviews

Excellent written and organizational skills

Excellent MS Word skills and proficiency in MS Office

Qualification/Degree within English, communication or other related field

Proven skills in producing and editing written content, within a complex technical business environment, where time, quality, cost and commercial sensitivity are driving factors

APMP Desirable

What we're looking for in you:

You will be an excellent communicator, with great attention to detail.
You will be highly organised and be time efficient.

Salary: Competitive

Location: Glascoed, Telford or Radway Green

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Land (UK)

Supporting the Armed Forces with the most advanced vehicle and munitions products in the world is one of the most exciting career moves you could make. Join us and be part of a team that gives our customers a strategic edge on the battlefield by designing, building and maintaining some of their most vital equipment - everything from battle tanks to engineer vehicles; artillery through to advanced missile systems.

We are looking for people with the passion, drive and determination to give the best they can every day, to make sure our troops get only the best. In return, we offer you a role you can be proud of, that lets you grow and develop in the UK's leading defence company.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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