Bid Writer

Bid Writer 37 hours per week Permanent)

Location:Contractual base in Salvus House Durham / Pearl House Peterborough with hybrid working opportunities

Salary:plus a discretionary bonus potential of up to 8 of annual salary

Job Level: D

Reporting to: Bid Manager

We want our people to have a great worklife balance and support flexible working in terms of a hybrid model and varying start and finish times in some teams where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

ABOUT US

Wave is a leading national business water retailer helping over 300000 customers across the UK to benefit from the nonhousehold water market. Were dedicated to helping businesses lower water use be more water efficient and reduce costs all which helped us earn Water Retailer of the Year 2021 and again in 2023. Our vision is to be the most customerfocused utility delivering value and efficiency in everything we do making a positive difference to the environment and society.

The culture at Wave is like nowhere else. Were committed to a happy healthy place to work and have a working environment which supports continuous learning and development one where people can really flourish. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. Joining us means youd be part of a team of over 300 people working flexibly across two UK based offices. Youll find a real focus on employee wellbeing and some great benefits too. We expect great things from you and we give great things back.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

Wealth

Excellent pension scheme we will double match your contribution up to a maximum of 5 employee contribution and 10 from Wave

Bonus potential

Perkbox membership with a vast range of perks high street savings (fashion retailers supermarkets and restaurants) discounted cinema tickets travel and holiday discounts and online fitness classes

Income protection scheme

Personal accident insurance

4x salary life assurance

Free onsite parking

Time off

24 days holiday rising to 26 (plus bank holidays)

A day off for your birthday

Half a day on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve

The option to buy holidays

1 day paid volunteering

Wellbeing

Hybrid/Flexible working

Healthcare cash back scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Annual conference and Christmas party

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Free flu shots

Family Friendly

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Enhanced shared parental and adoption leave

We care about you as an employee and have a range of resources available to both you and your family

THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

The Bid Team is responsible for managing the bid process for new business and retention opportunities. The Bid Writer will play an integral role in leading the Bid Teams output working collaboratively with Sales Account Management and Pricing Teams to analyse customer requirements develop win themes and create compelling proposals that showcase Waves capabilities and value propositions.

As Bid Writer you will work closely with the Bid Manager and Junior Bid Writer to support the creation of a range of tailored proposals. While achieving this you will contribute to further developing Waves awardwinning work culture.

The role will suit you if you are an excellent communicator with attention to detail and have proven experience in bespoke writing for both Private and Public Sector bids.

WHAT WILL YOUR TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE

Work closely with the Bid Manager and Junior Bid Writer to review and action new requests which have come through to the bid inbox.

Arrange and lead kick off calls to establish win themes and agree bid timelines.

Complete proposals which directly address identified win themes and outlines an agreed offering which best showcases Waves capabilities.

Ensure all bids are compliant with Wave governance.

Work with the Bid Manager and Junior Bid Writer to create new proposal content and contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal format and bid process.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU

Proven track record of the coordination of the whole bid process.

Highly motivated with a positive can do attitude

Excellent time management and organisational skills

Experienced in project management

Collaboration and relationship building skills

Ability to think both strategically and analytically.

Please refer to the essential criteria in the job description as this is what you will be shortlisted against.

Wave is committed to making a positive difference to the environment and society in which it operates. If you are excited to join a dynamic growing business which cares about its people we would love to hear from you.

BE YOURSELF OUR DIFFERENCES MAKE US STRONGER

Wave is proud to be an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. We will take into consideration any adjustments or individual requirements at any stage of your recruitment journey. If you require any additional support related to menopause neurodiversity or any other reason please do let us know by contacting .

Please ensure you attach your CV and a covering letter so we can get to know more about your skills and experience and why you are suitable for this role. We will not be able to consider applications without a covering letter.

For a swift interview process please apply today!

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