Bid Apprentice

Starr Underwriting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Bid Management apprentice at a leading insurance company. You'll play a key role in crafting engaging bid responses while gaining hands-on experience and working towards the Certificate in Insurance (Level 3). This apprenticeship provides exposure to various departments, enhancing your skills in bid coordination and design.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend bid kick-off meetings to tailor responses.
• Create project management documents for bids.
• Work with a Bid Manager on client propositions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team mindset

Creativity

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people around the world. We have pushed the boundaries of insurance, united by a shared passion and a no-limits mindset. Our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team of 18,000 employees across over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many reasons, but they stay for our culture. It’s what sets us apart and why our employees turn down headhunters. Whether your priorities are work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, or volunteering, you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

The role

You’ll join an exciting, fast-paced team focused on growing the Howden business. Our Bid Management team plays a crucial role in securing new business by overseeing the end-to-end process of responding to tenders and proposals. They shape the narrative that differentiates Howden in the insurance market and reinforce our brand credibility and client trust through high-quality bid responses.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll gain experience in both Bid Coordination and Bid Design, learning how to sell Howden to clients. You’ll develop skills such as writing persuasive content and creating high-quality, visually engaging documentation for major clients. You’ll also work on pitch presentations and client reports, liaising with departments across Howden for unparalleled exposure.

Additionally, you’ll complete the Certificate in Insurance (Level 3) Chartered Insurance Institute qualification, providing a grounding in basic general insurance principles.

What you’ll do

• Attend bid kick-off meetings to understand how responses are tailored to win work
• Create project management documents needed for the bids process
• Work with a Bid Manager to articulate the Howden proposition to clients
• Learn the fundamentals of design to format and produce documents in Word and PowerPoint to a professional standard
• Follow brand guidelines and deliver creative, tailored solutions for each bid
• Take ownership of proofreading, layout quality, and accuracy
• Undertake rotations into other parts of the business for broader experience

Who we’re looking for

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and thrive under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a team mindset
• Creativity and adaptability

What do we offer in return?

A career you define. We value diversity and look for individuals who share our values:

• Success comes from trying new things
• We support each other through challenges
• We aim to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We’re committed to providing accommodations to align with your needs, including flexible hours and hybrid working options where possible. If you’re interested but unsure about fit, apply anyway. If your profile matches the role, we’ll help facilitate any adjustments you need.