Proposition Coordinator

Veolia; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Proposal Development Specialist to manage comprehensive proposals. The role involves leading the proposal lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and project management experience. Competitive salary offered with benefits including annual leave, gym access, and ongoing training.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Free onsite gym

Subsidised restaurant

Access to pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Resources for mental and physical health

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to review tender documentation.
• Experience in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead full proposal lifecycle from RFP receipt to final submission.
• Coordinate with teams to gather information and develop strategies.
• Create compelling proposal content that meets customer requirements.
• Maintain and update the central bid library with reusable content.
• Build relationships with Business Development leads.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in English, including proofreading and editing

Project management experience

Flexibility to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects

Understanding of the UK procurement environment

Proactive approach and initiative

Experience with Google systems

Salesforce CRM proficiency

Tools

Proposal software tools

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 depending on experience plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: flexible hybrid working in Cannock, WS11 8JP

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave
• Facilities include a free onsite gym, parking, and a subsidised restaurant
• Access to our people's pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

The role primarily focuses on comprehensive proposal development and management, where you'll lead the end-to-end process, coordinate timelines and deliverables, manage document control, and ensure compliance with all requirements and guidelines. You'll be instrumental in maintaining high-quality standards through content creation, professional formatting, thorough quality checks, and final document assembly.

• Lead full proposal lifecycle from RFP receipt through final submission, including timeline management
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (sales, technical, legal) to gather information and develop winning strategies
• Create compelling, compliant proposal content that aligns with customer requirements and company brand
• Structure and oversee proposal development, ensuring all components meet format requirements and deadlines
• Maintain and update the central bid library with reusable content, following proper version control
• Build relationships with Business Development leads and subject matter experts
• Support proposal writers in developing high-quality content and responses
• Manage quality control processes while meeting tight deadlines

What we're looking for:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English, including proofreading and editing.
• Project management experience.
• Flexibility to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Attention to detail, ability to read and review tender documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of the UK procurement environment.
• Proactive approach and initiative.
• Experience with Google systems, Salesforce CRM, and proposal software tools.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.