Bid Writer

As a Bid Writer you will develop compelling written and visual content that wins us new business through commercial proposals, formal tender processes, and negotiations. You will develop proposal structures, lead storyboard sessions with bid team members, and draft written responses and visual content that conveys our strengths in the most persuasive way possible, gaining maximum quality scores where formal assessment criteria exist.You will deliver completed written and visual content to the Bid Manager against agreed timelines, escalating and managing issues as required. Working with multiple functions and business units, you will manage numerous priorities and deadlines, whilst ensuring the content library is updated for re-use.This role can can be fully remote or based in our newcastle office (hybrid)What you'll be doing:Content DevelopmentEstablishing effective response structures that consider the clients requirements, as well as provision of evidence and added valueProduce response drafts and develop technical contentWorking with the Bid Manager and/or client relationship owners to develop key selling points/win themesStructure compelling narratives based on technical information, raw information and dataCoordination and CollaborationEnsure understanding of the client, bid requirements and specification, and support with the streamlining of this information for key bid stakeholdersLeading and facilitating storyboarding sessions with SMEsWork closely with relevant stakeholders to gather technical input and insights into the bid processSupport SMEs with the management of responses and ensure deadlines are metBid Quality AssuranceEnsuring our consistent tone of voice and writing style is applied to all responsesEnsuring all documents produced are visually consistent and professionalComprehensive reviewing and editing of responses to ensure accuracy, clarity and identify any areas for improvementInvolvement in post-submission reviews to identify areas for improvement on future proposalsWhat we need from you:Considerable experience as writer or content producer in a commercial settingDelegation skillsProven track record of coaching sales teams and subject matter experts in writing best practiceExperience of working with subject matter experts to understand topics in detailAbility to write clearly and concisely for readers who are busy or distractedStrong written English language skillsMeticulous attention to detailExtensive experience of producing visual collateral that conveys quality and professionalism, as well as clearly articulating the desired message in a way that is compelling and technically accurateAbility to take complex technical processes and explaining them simply and clearly with words and diagramsAble to engage confidently with internal stakeholders and clientsExcellent communication skills and the ability to influence at a senior levelExceptional time management / prioritisation skillsAdvanced MS Word skills and proficient in MS OfficePrepared to work the hours necessary to meet pre-agreed proposal deadlinesAble to travel when requiredWhat we offer:25 days holidayEnhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leavePension SchemeLife AssuranceAccess to employee assistance programmesOnline GP Service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearDiscounts with national retailersEye care vouchersMobile Phone DiscountsAt Morrison Data Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment to develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.#MorrisonDataServices#LI-SG1 #LI-Hybrid #appcastJBRP1_UKTJ