We are looking for a Bid Writer to join our Bid team within the Currency division of De La Rue. Forming part of a central hub within the business, you will be responsible for creating customer focused proposals as well as ensuring that all win-orientated customer sales documents that are produced are effective in meeting the published objectives of the business. Key Responsibilities Collaborate closely with the Sales team and Bid and Proposal Managers to co-ordinate, influence and develop effective responses for various business opportunities. Lead the proposal writing process via initial workshops and regular updates with appropriate stakeholders to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood. Take the lead role in developing and overseeing win-orientated sales documents. Develop and implement effective standard document libraries and boilerplate content, for use by the Sales and Commercial teams. Work flexibly alongside Bid and Proposal Managers to ensure the effective submission of short turn around sales offer documents. Provide full bid support to the bid/commercial team who are responsible for the preparation of high-quality bids and offers in response to customer enquiries and tenders in order to contribute to the smooth running of the Bid Management Process. Ensure full and timely bid compliance in conformance with customer tender requirements and be responsible for monitoring and tracking all requirements via the Compliance matrix. Manage and maintain pre-sales SharePoint area including the creation of folders for active bids, adhering to ISO9001 standards. Researching and gathering of required documentation from multiple sources, supporting the compilation of offers as necessary. Contract type : Permanent Working hours : Full Time – 36.5 hrs per week Base location : Basingstoke, Hampshire Skills, Qualifications & Experience Experience in writing complex documents. You will be able to take vague concepts and provide clarity and clear explanation. Highly proficient with Microsoft Office packages. Experience using MS Visio, Adobe InDesign or Illustrator an advantage Commercial awareness Very strong written skills with excellent command in English language Languages (typically Spanish/French) an advantage, but not essential About De La Rue Established over 200 years ago, De La Rue is an award-winning international business operating across six continents. We are at the forefront of new developments in the delivery of security and integrity of Currency products and the provision of Product Authentication solutions. Specialising in product design, international manufacturing, and digital solutions, we are trusted by Governments, Central Banks and brands to provide secure products and services that protect economies, revenue sources and reputations. Benefits Hybrid working opportunities 26 days annual leave exclusive of bank holidays Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our Annual Leave Flexibility Scheme Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 9%) Life assurance at 4x your annual salary Private health insurance Sharesave Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Gym Memberships Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages