Yellow Messenger - Proposal Writer/Bid Manager

We are looking for a Proposal Writer with Proven skills in writing and editing proposal content within a complex business environment. The Proposal Writer will be experienced in leading storyboarding sessions, participating in key review meetings / final document review, content sign-off, and document production. Excellent written English language skills are essential for this role. Experience of coordinating / managing and updating a knowledgebase system is also desirable.

Core Responsibilities :

- Re-write / edit proposal responses from a variety of stakeholders, typically involving contributions from sales, marketing, product teams, finance, commercial, legal and delivery.

- Ensure win themes are articulated in such a way to meet / exceed the client's requirements.

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

- Lead storyboard sessions with bid / proposal team members.

- Undertake market research for the kick off and solution meetings.

- Proactively develop and manage a network of subject matter experts.

- Assist the Bid / Proposal Manager in developing a proposal structure.

- Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant.

- Ability to coach sales and solution / SME teams in writing best practice.

- Present and tag all new proposal content to the knowledgebase manager for potential re-use.

- Knowledge of proposal automation software.

- Communicate and influence at a senior level.

- Excellent time management / prioritisation skills.

- Forensic attention to detail and meticulous proof-reading skill

Proposal Writer Requirements:

- A egree in journalism, communications, English, or related field.

- Previous experience in proposal writing may be advantageous.

- Strong working knowledge of word processing software.

- Excellent computer and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail.

- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to meet deadlines.

- Good strategic planning abilities.