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Proposals Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Wates are looking for a Proposals Manager on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract to support our growing bid pipeline in London, with a particular emphasis on high-quality bid writing and bid coordination.
About the Role
The role of Proposals Manager will write persuasive, creative, compelling, factual, and focused responses for bid opportunities including presentations and other quality-related activities, ensuring our submissions are compelling, compliant, and aligned with Wates' brand and values.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Head of Partnerships and wider team in developing responses that are attractive, concise, and bring out the benefits of our offer
- Facilitate quality question workshops and meetings with the wider bid team to share knowledge and develop a strategy to answer quality questions
- Manage and communicate relevant market and competitor data
- Check the quality and consistency of responses in terms of themes, messages, key phrases, and keywords
- Effectively liaise with key stakeholders across the business to ensure access to accurate and up-to-date company information on structure, accounts, safety stats, etc.
- Produce Presentations, Brochures, Marketing Material to support pre/post bid work and business development
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More About LIFE AT WATES
To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/
Given the nature of this position, you will be required to undergo a Basic Disclosure (DBS) check at offer stage
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Our Commitments
Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk
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