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About Dalkia UK
At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.
Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.
Trainee Bid Writer
We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our growing Work Winning team as a Trainee Bid Writer. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with a leading national Mechanical & Electrical engineering contractor.
Bid writing is a fast-paced and rewarding career that plays a key role in securing new business. You'll receive full training, support and mentoring while learning how to create compelling, high-quality tender submissions. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll contribute to bids across a range of sectors while gaining valuable industry knowledge.
This is a hybrid role, based between our London office (1 Angel Court, EC2R 7HJ) and home, with occasional travel required.
What You'll Be Doing
This varied role will provide a strong foundation in all aspects of bid writing across our Engineering division.
You will:
- Support the creation of tender submissions, PQQs and client questionnaires.
- Write and edit clear, persuasive responses to client requirements.
- Gather information from teams across the business to strengthen submissions.
- Format documents using company templates and branding guidelines.
- Proofread content to ensure accuracy, quality and consistency.
- Check all client requirements have been addressed before submission.
- Maintain bid resources, including project case studies, CVs and company information.
- Research clients, projects and competitors to help develop stronger responses.
- Assist with the creation of capability statements and supporting documents.
- Monitor bid deadlines and support the timely submission of tenders.
- Collect and incorporate stakeholder feedback into bid responses.
- Contribute ideas to improve bid quality, efficiency and success rates.
- Develop an understanding of the construction, engineering and M&E sectors and the tendering process.
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Who We're Looking For
As this is a trainee position, no previous bid writing experience is required. We'll provide the training and support needed to help you build a successful career.
You may be:
- A recent graduate, particularly in English, Creative Writing or another essay-based subject.
- A school, college or sixth-form leaver looking to start a professional career.
- Someone with experience in construction, engineering, administration, customer service, sales, marketing or project coordination.
Whatever your background, you'll be creative, motivated and enjoy working towards shared goals.
You'll need:
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good proofreading and editing skills.
- Strong organisation and time-management abilities.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- A creative approach with clear and persuasive writing skills.
- A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret tender requirements.
- A collaborative and positive approach to working with others.
- Confidence when engaging with internal stakeholders.
- Good PowerPoint skills would be advantageous.
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What's on Offer
Our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to recruiting, training, and developing people, who can drive innovation and help shape the future of energy. We invest in nurturing talent, offer a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, and support continuous professional development at every level of the organisation.
- Medical Health Cover
- Life Assurance
- 25 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional day for your birthday
- Pension Scheme
- Family Friendly policies (Enhanced maternity & paternity)
- Refer a friend bonus scheme
- My Perks (after probation) interest free tech loans
- Real career progression opportunities.
- Discretionary annual salary reviews
Our Values
- People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing
- Better Together – A collaborative team
- Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success
- Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.
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