Business Development Specialist - Technical Proposals

Swiss Hospitality Company; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality organization seeks a Business Development Specialist – Technical Proposals in Riyadh. The role involves leading the writing and coordination of high-quality technical proposals for various sectors, ensuring they meet client specifications. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in proposal writing, be bilingual in Arabic and English, and have a strong attention to detail. This is a full-time position that requires managing multiple proposals under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical proposal writing for government or semi-government clients.
• Strong analytical skills to understand technical requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical writing and coordination process for proposals.
• Transform inputs into polished proposals that showcase strengths.
• Ensure proposals are compliant and error-free.

Skills

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Technical proposal writing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Business Development Specialist – Technical Proposals to join our Business Development department. This role is critical in ensuring that our organization delivers high-quality, compliant, and competitive technical proposals in response to RFPs, RFQs, and tenders across multiple sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the technical writing and coordination process, ensuring that all proposals are accurate, compelling, and aligned with client requirements. Working closely with subject matter experts, project managers, and other BD team members, the Technical Proposal Specialist will transform inputs into polished documents that clearly showcase the company’s strengths, capabilities, and solutions.

This position requires someone who is bilingual (Arabic and English mandatory), has at least 3 years of proven experience in technical proposal writing for government or semi-government clients, and is able to thrive under pressure with strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Analysis & Compliance
• Technical Proposal Development
• Coordination & Collaboration
• Knowledge Management & Documentation
• Quality & Deadlines
  

Who We’re Looking For

• A strategic communicator with exceptional writing skills in both Arabic and English.
• A professional who is detail-oriented, structured, and organized, with the ability to transform technical inputs into clear, compelling narratives.
• Someone who thrives in a high-pressure environment, where multiple proposals may be developed simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• A proactive team player who works seamlessly with technical teams, SMEs, and business developers.

Requirements

• Bilingual (Arabic and English mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical proposal writing, preferably for government or semi-government clients in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven track record of preparing winning proposals in training, consulting, or project management sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into professional content.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring proposals are error‑free and compliant.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with government procurement portals (e.g., Etimad) is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight timelines.
• Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with full‑time availability.
• Deliver polished proposals within strict deadlines while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Anticipate potential risks in submission timelines and proactively resolve issues.
• Maintain a library of standardized technical content, case studies, and best practices for reuse in future proposals.
• Ensure consistent branding, formatting, and messaging across all proposal documents.
• Collaborate with the BD Admin, Commercial Proposal Specialist, and BD Manager to ensure seamless proposal development.
• Liaise with internal departments to secure accurate technical inputs (training, consulting, project management teams).
• Coordinate proposal reviews, incorporating feedback and ensuring continuous quality improvement.
• Draft, edit, and finalize the technical sections of proposals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and persuasiveness.
• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs), project managers, and internal teams to gather technical content.
• Customize reusable proposal materials to fit specific client and project requirements.
• Carefully review RFP/RFQ/tender documents to extract requirements, compliance criteria, and key deliverables.
• Prepare compliance checklists and ensure every proposal submission meets client specifications.