Junior Bid Writer We have a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop their career and gain practical experience and training in our Bid Writing Team. This team are key in securing new, sustainable, and profitable work in the public sector and this role is to work within our Bid Team to manage project admin and write bid responses for exciting and complex projects. Although bid writing experience would be advantageous, it is not essential for this role as full training will be provided. Essential skills and attributes Degree educated or previous writing experience Passionate individual who is eager to start or build their career within bidding Organised and able to manage multiple things at one time A close attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Resilient and target driven with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Proficiency in the MS Office suite Applicants must be flexible with working hours as this role may involve longer hours to meet tight deadlines from time to time Desirable skills and attributes Previous bid writing and/or proposal writing experience but not essential for this role as full training will be provided Experience in marketing, copywriting or editing Role Responsibilities Working alongside the Bid Team to write good quality responses to bid questions and help secure future work for the business Working with stakeholders in the business to collate key information that you need to write a quality tender response Liaising with clients through portals and via email to submit, receive and log tender queries Managing bid tender timelines/Diarising and managing key milestones Tracking bid progress to inform the sales pipeline Reviewing tender documents Uploading and despatching ITTs and bids to portals Carrying out the initial stages of the Tendering opportunity, including PQQs, SQs and Requests for Information Providing quality documentation where appropriate, ensuring details are clear, concise, and compelling Creating solutions and working with the Bid Management Team to deliver competitive proposals and ensure compliance with the stated processes and methodologies. Undertaking additional projects and activities to support Bid Management and Business Development as required Why Dals Friendly, professional office with excellent career progression opportunities in a fast growing business Dals are committed to cultivating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging Benefits/ perks: Flexible working post-training (3 days a week in office, 2 days at home) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, this increases with your service Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Employee referral scheme and bonuses Free breakfast, fresh fruit and tea & coffee provided daily Part of Manchester Liftshare Community platform Exclusive access to Westfield Health – access to different healthcare benefits and services, giving you money back towards essential health costs such as optical and dental treatments. Also included - 24hr DoctorLine service, Gym Discounts, offers on a wide range of goods and services from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations. Internal employee recognition schemes such as employee of the month and end of year awards Employee Assistance Program providing up to 4 sessions of structured counselling and access to a variety of wellbeing resources including webinars, Health Checks, and podcasts Social events and regular engagement activities, such as Christmas and Summer parties, in office events and competitions. About Dals: Everyone Understood At Dals, we enable people and organisations to tackle the critical language challenges they face every day. Our first-class interpreting and translation services cover more than 500 languages, including BSL and other non-spoken languages. We connect clients and their service users with crucial expertise, whenever and wherever they need it. Because the world is a better, fairer place when everyone is understood. Our People are our future. We take care of them. Through community partnerships and social value initiatives, we continuously work to ensure Dals is having a positive impact on the world. Disability Confident Commited employer Armed Forces Covenant pledger Ministry of Defense Employer Recognition Scheme Awardee Mindful Employer Able Futures Member Accredited Real Living Wage Employer Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion member If you believe you possess the qualities outlined above and can bring enthusiasm, tenacity, and a professional approach to work, we encourage you to apply today! Applicants must be UK residents and by the start of employment, have permission to work in the UK. In addition, you are required to undertake a basic DBS check for this role. Dals is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination, whether direct or indirect. We actively work with our staff and clients to ensure equal treatment for all individuals, irrespective of age, gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexuality, or religion.