Proposal Writer

Job description

CGI UK Careers – No holding back

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Position Description:

At CGI, we turn ideas into impact. As a Proposal Writer, you’ll craft compelling, client-focused proposals that showcase CGI’s innovation, expertise, and collaboration. You’ll transform technical input into persuasive stories that help win strategic opportunities, while mentoring others and driving proposal excellence across our business.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) that makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. We’re proud to support the Armed Forces through our Gold Award and are committed to inclusivity and diverse talent. Join our friendly community and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold or be eligible for UK Security Clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

In this role, you’ll lead the development of persuasive, high-quality proposals that bring CGI’s strengths to life. You’ll manage inputs, write engaging responses, and ensure every submission meets client needs and showcases CGI’s excellence. Working closely with bid teams, you’ll add structure, clarity, and creativity to every proposal while mentoring junior writers and driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead & deliver compelling, client-focused proposals.
• Manage inputs and ensure timely, high-quality content.
• Write persuasive responses aligned with client requirements.
• Mentor and support junior writers.
• Apply CGI’s brand and style guidelines.
• Use AI tools to enhance proposal quality and efficiency.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

You’ll have strong proposal or bid writing experience, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of procurement processes and evaluation criteria.

You should have:

• Proven experience in bid or proposal writing.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Understanding of Shipley or similar methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.
• Experience with AI or automation tools is a plus.

Skills:

·  Proposal Writing

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.