About the role
Assistant Bid Manager (Trainee) – responsible for bid writing and submission processes within the Work Winning Team at VolkerRail’s head office in Doncaster.
Responsibilities
* Learn and develop bid writing skills to build a career in rail industry bid writing.
* Assist in the full bid quality submission process, including:
o Managing deliverable schedules
o Developing storyboards
o Developing written responses to tender questions and reviewing responses
o Assisting in timely completion of pre‑qualification questionnaires
o Managing the Bid Library and maintaining CVs
o Producing case studies of completed projects
* Build and maintain relationships with other departments and functions, including key subject matter experts.
* Drug and alcohol screening is mandatory for all staff.
Qualifications
* Graduate in English, Journalism or another relevant degree
* Excellent communication skills with demonstrable experience producing written responses
* Creative and proficient in IT, especially MS Office applications
* Interest in a career in bid writing within the rail industry, and keen to develop industry knowledge
* Previous experience in Railway, Commercial, Construction or a comparable industry is desirable but not essential
* Strong organisational and planning abilities
* Excellent attention to detail
* Capability to manage time, prioritise and juggle multiple priorities
* Team player
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave plus an additional day off on your birthday
* Private medical care
* Pension scheme
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards and discounts
* Training and development opportunities – comprehensive skills‑based training
* Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity benefits
* Flexible working opportunities
* Employee Assistance programme
* Mental, physical and financial support
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
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