Pre-Sales Consultant

Kainos; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Pre-Sales Consultant to create compelling bid submissions. You will collaborate with diverse teams and engage in high-stakes projects within the Defence sector. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about writing, we want you to join our innovative team.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in bid writing or technical writing, ideally within the Defence sector.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical information.
• Exceptional attention to detail and producing high-quality written content.

Responsibilities

• Creating high-quality, client-focused bid responses.
• Collaborating with technical experts and account teams.
• Conducting research to ensure bids align with client priorities.

Skills

Bid Writing

Technical Writing

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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When you join Kainos, you get to think beyond limitations to make an immediate and positive impact – like transforming digital services for millions of citizens or helping Fortune 500 companies get live and thrive on Workday.

You’ll be part of a people-first culture that is growing around the world. We’re a creative, committed, and diverse group of individuals who succeed as a team.

At Kainos your ideas are heard and valued and you’ll leave a legacy that you can feel proud of. Join us and discover how our people write our story.

In Kainos Defence, we work with clients across the Ministry of Defence (MOD), Armed Forces, and the Defence Industrial Base. We represent and deliver the breadth of Kainos services, including Data and AI, Cloud Platforms, bespoke software development, and more.

As a Technical Bid Writer, you will play a critical role in creating compelling, high-quality bid submissions that showcase Kainos Defence’s capabilities and value proposition. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and technical teams to develop tailored responses for complex opportunities within the Defence sector, ensuring submissions are clear, persuasive, and aligned with client requirements. This role requires exceptional writing skills, a strong grasp of technical concepts, and a collaborative approach to deliver bids that stand out in a competitive market.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Creating high-quality, client-focused bid responses, ensuring they communicate Kainos Defence’s value proposition effectively.
• Collaborating with technical experts and account teams to gather, analyse, and distil complex technical information into clear and engaging content.
• Developing and maintaining a library of reusable content, case studies, and templates for future bids.
• Supporting bid teams in shaping win strategies, themes, and value propositions for individual opportunities.
• Ensuring all submissions adhere to Kainos Defence’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and quality standards.
• Conducting research to ensure bids are aligned with industry trends and client priorities.
• Coordinating with bid managers to align bid timelines, managing contributions from stakeholders, and ensuring submissions are delivered on time and to the highest standard.
• Contributing to the development of supporting marketing materials, including capability statements, brochures, and thought leadership pieces.
  
  

Minimum (Essential) Requirements

• Strong experience in bid writing or technical writing, ideally within the Defence sector or similar industries.
• Ability to synthesise complex technical information and present it in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a proven track record of producing high-quality written content.
• Experience working with sales, technical, and marketing teams in a collaborative and deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in using tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for bid development.
• Hold a minimum of UK SC
  
  

Desirable

• Familiarity with bid frameworks and methodologies.
• Knowledge of the Defence sector, including an understanding of client needs and priorities within the MOD, Armed Forces, or Defence Industrial Base.
• Experience in writing for digital services disciplines, such as software development, cloud platforms, or data and AI.
• Hands-on experience in a technical or project delivery role that informs understanding of Kainos Defence’s services.
• Marketing experience, including creating content for proposals, brochures, or capability statements.
  
  

So what are you waiting for? Let’s write the next incredible chapter of our story together.

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Information Services

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