Graduate Bid Writer

About the role

Assistant Bid Manager (Trainee) – responsible for bid writing and submission processes within the Work Winning Team at Volker Rail’s head office in Doncaster.

• Learn and develop bid writing skills to build a career in rail industry bid writing.
• Assist in the full bid quality submission process, including:
• Managing deliverable schedules
• Developing storyboards
• Developing written responses to tender questions and reviewing responses
• Assisting in timely completion of pre‑qualification questionnaires
• Managing the Bid Library and maintaining CVs
• 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.

• 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

• 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