Proposal Manager

Capita; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Proposals Manager to join their Growth Team. This home-based role involves leading proposal development, managing content, and coaching experts. The ideal candidate will possess strong persuasive writing skills and the ability to thrive in a complex environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days’ holiday (rising to 27)

Paid day out for volunteering

Pension and life assurance

Health & wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently in a high-challenge environment.
• Strong persuasive writing skills and understanding of Proposal Management principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality written proposals.
• Facilitate Win Strategy workshops and manage content from Subject Matter Experts.
• Coach and mentor Subject Matter Experts in crafting persuasive bid responses.

Skills

Persuasive writing

Relationship-building

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Word

Job description

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We are recruiting for a proposals manager to join our busy Growth Team.

This is a home-based role.

Job Description

We’re committed to building a diverse and representative workforce. We aim to accelerate gender and ethnic representation in leadership, and we particularly welcome applications from females and/or individuals from Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

What you'll be doing :

• Lead the development of high-quality written proposals that meet customer requirements, align with strategic objectives, and maximize Capita’s Probability of Winning (“PWIN”).
• Facilitate or lead Win Strategy workshops to define and drive effective sales strategies, including competitor evaluation and differentiation, translating into compelling Proposal Storyboards.
• Collaborate with Capture Directors and Bid Management leads to craft compelling narratives aligned with win strategies.
• Manage content from Subject Matter Experts to produce high-quality submissions aligned with customer tenders, Capita’s Win Strategy, and branding.
• Coach and mentor Subject Matter Experts in crafting persuasive bid responses, including developing training materials and best practice guides.
• Lead proposal reviews such as ‘Red Team’ to ensure bids are compliant and compelling.
• Edit and proofread draft materials to professional standards and bid writing best practices.
• Format proposals to a highly professional standard, resolving complex formatting issues.

What we're looking for :

• Ability to work independently in a high-challenge, complex environment, while also supporting others when needed.
• Strong persuasive writing skills and understanding of Proposal Management principles, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective relationship-building skills with colleagues, suppliers, and partners for collaborative working.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Microsoft Word.
• Excellent prioritization and attention to detail when managing conflicting priorities.

About Capita Growth:

Our Growth Function is transforming how we do business by standardizing sales processes, training, and knowledge sharing. We are multi-lingual, multi-functional, and multi-talented. Join us to develop your skills and help us grow.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary
• 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with options to buy extra leave
• A paid day out for volunteering or charitable causes
• Auto-enrolment to pension, life assurance, cycle2work scheme, paid parental leave, and other benefits
• Discounts, health & wellbeing programs, and access to Employee Network Groups

Join us to follow your career path within Capita, supported by a network of experienced professionals across sectors. We are committed to creating a better outcome for you.

What to do next:

Click ‘Apply now’ to submit your application and tell us about yourself.

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and working environment. If you need adjustments during recruitment, contact [e-mail] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities, visit our Careers website.

Contact us:

For recruitment questions unrelated to adjustments, email [e-mail].

Capita delivers innovative digital solutions, transforming connections between businesses, governments, and citizens. With 55,000 employees across the UK, Europe, India, and South Africa, we operate through three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service, and Capita Portfolio.