Proposal Writing Lead

Proposal Writing Lead

£55k-£60k DOE

Christchurch, Guildford or Yeovil - hybrid working

Permanent position

My client is a Global leading Aerospace and Defence organisation. Recruiting for a Proposal Writing Lead with the responsibility to lead all aspects of the planning and execution of the overall Proposal development.

Responsibilities:

• Leads all aspects of the planning and execution of the overall Proposal development effort throughout the lifecycle including RFIs, PQQs and main bid responses ITT/ITN/RFP/RFQs
• Leads the Proposal Team through all Proposal aspects of Capture activities, including, budget administration, resource and facilities estimation and development and execution of the Bid/Proposal Management Plan
• Defines, tailor and implement a suitable Proposal process in coordination with the Capture Leader, helping to select reviewers and organise key Proposal reviews to assure Proposal quality and compliance.
• Manages the business approval process, any security and export approvals and the final editing, production, and Proposal delivery arrangements.
• Directs writing/ editing/ rewriting efforts as needed to maintain schedule and ensure that all proposals are tracked and kept to agreed deadlines and quality standards.
• Supports the development and co-ordination of support documentation such as elevator briefs, orals presentations on behalf of the Capture teams.
• Supports and promotes Business Development tools e.g. Business Winning Toolkit, Capture Plan Templates, Bid Content Library
• Works closely with Creative Services to identify graphics requirements, ensuring the graphic tells the appropriate story to support messaging and maximise impact and understanding.
• Manages any re-submission or clarification activities through to contract award

Required experience:

• Proposal Writing qualification (APMP CF or APMP CP) or a Degree in a relevant field
• Able to lead large complex specific proposals
• Experience of understanding complex customer requirements. Translating into appropriate solutions and delivering within budget/timescales
• Significant proposal management experience - likely with a specialist focus

If you are interested in this Proposal Writing Lead role, please 'APPLY' and submit your CV for immediate consideration.