Tender Writer

Overview

Reporting to the National Tender Manager, the Tender writer will assist with managing the end-to-end tender process, from reviewing requirements and coordinating stakeholder input through to producing compelling, compliant submissions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, coordinate and submit high-quality tenders, bids, proposals and Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
• Analyse tender documentation to identify customer requirements, evaluation criteria and key win themes.
• Develop compelling, tailored responses that clearly articulate the organisation's value proposition.
• Manage bid timelines, coordinate reviews, approvals and version control throughout the bid process.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to gather information and ensure submissions are accurate and commercially competitive.
• Use AI tools to enhance productivity, research and drafting while applying sound judgement, editing and commercial insight to deliver polished final submissions.
• Maintain and continuously improve the tender content library while ensuring responses are customised to each opportunity.
• Ensure submissions are compliant, professionally presented and submitted within required timeframes.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all proposal documents.
• Participate in tender debriefs and identify opportunities to improve future submissions, content and processes.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years' experience in tender writing, bid management or proposal development.
• Exceptional written communication, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of an organisation.
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify what matters most to customers.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 ecosystem, previous experience with CRMs, experience in using AI tools to improve efficiency while maintaining originality, quality and accuracy.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.