Assistant Bid Writer

Pick Everard

  • Leicester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.Do you have a way with words and a talent for turning complex ideas into clear, persuasive writing?
Are you looking to launch or grow your career in a role where every bid you support could make a real impact?
Do you thrive on variety, collaboration, and the chance to grow your skills from day one?If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!Pick Everard are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Bid Writer in Leicester to join Pick Everard's Bid Hub - a central team responsible for tender management across all our divisions and offices.This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring bid writers to develop their skills and begin their career in proposals management within a national consultancy. If you have a passion for writing and are eager to contribute to a dynamic organisation, this could be the perfect role for you. As part of a supportive national team, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, ongoing guidance, and clear opportunities for genuine career progression.Your core responsibilities will include:
  • Identify, review and log new bid enquiries from clients.
  • Provide proof reading and editing support to Bid Writers and Managers.
  • Review, log and circulate tender Q&As.
  • Assist in the design and completion of storyboards and bid plans.
  • Complete company information and company responses within bids.
  • Complete CVs and case studies to within bids.
  • Collate information to support bid proposals.
  • Report on bid progress through appropriate internal channels.
Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard .About YouOur ideal Assistant Bid Writer will have:Strong writing skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and persuasively.Experience or aptitude in reviewing and editing written content.Good time management and organisational skills.A personable attitude, with the confidence to engage with colleagues at all levels.Excellent attention to detail.A general understanding of (or willingness to learn about) the construction and property industry.Degree-level education, ideally in English, History, or Engineering.Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.About UsAt Pick Everard, we work together to make the extraordinary a reality. We are looking for exceptional new talent to be a part of our journey as we move forward through our ambitious five-year Business Plan.We are an independent award-winning property and construction consultancy firm, operating within the industry, providing complete integrated service delivery to help our clients deliver better solutions across real estate, infrastructure and the natural environment.We are at the forefront of the industry and enjoy a culture that is centered around being creative, professional, compassionate, client-oriented and fun.Our recent successes include:
  • Listed as an NCE100 Consultancy and AJ100 Practice
  • Named a Top 150 Consultancy by Building Magazine
  • Recognised as a leading Financial Times Consultancy
  • Winners of the Association of Consulting Engineers (ACE) Awards, Best Business Performance of the Year - Large Consultancy
  • Winners at the RICS Awards - Infrastructure category
  • An Investors in People and Investors in Excellence accredited business
  • Winners at the Enterprising Women Awards
Through our remarkable history we have already established the sound principles of success and we have the vision and ambition to be even better, as we move forward into a very bright future. We're growing and we need more experts onboard. Join us and we will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you'll be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.To learn more about why it is good to work here please visit our website and follow us on social media. Be part of it.Remuneration and BenefitsWe value and promote a positive work-life balance and encourage every member of our team to get involved with charity, sports, community, and company events. Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. We are also a responsible employer and Investors in People accredited business.You will receive an attractive salary that will match your skills and experience, as well as the following benefits:
  • Hybrid working
  • Stakeholder pension
  • Life assurance
  • Private healthcare
  • 26 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days' additional leave
  • Healthcare cashplan
  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Childcare benefits
  • Enhanced Adoption & Shared Parental Leave benefits
  • Long service awards - including enhanced annual leave and vouchers
  • Annual Being PickEverard awards
  • Staff Discount Scheme
  • Spot Rewards
  • Professional subscriptions
  • Season ticket loan or car loan at senior level
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
Please note we do not accept speculative CVs or approaches from recruitment agencies.As an equal opportunities' employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.#LI-hybrid, #LI-JJ1

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