Bid and Proposal Coordinator Apprentice
JENSEN SECURITY SYSTEMS LIMITED
CAMBRIDGESHIRE (PE3 8DD)
Closes in 10 days (Monday 5 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 3 April 2025
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Summary
Kickstart your career in bids and proposals with this exciting apprenticeship opportunity! You will gain valuable experience in coordinating and supporting business-winning proposals. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, learning how to manage documents, meet deadlines, and contribute to compelling bids that help secure contracts.
- Wage
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£14,733.75 a year
- Training course
- Bid and proposal co-ordinator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday
8:30am - 5pm
(including an unpaid 30-minute lunch break)
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 26 May 2025
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
This apprenticeship is perfect for someone with strong attention to detail, great organisational skills, and an eagerness to develop within a professional environment. You’ll receive structured training, industry-recognised qualifications, and real-world experience that will set you up for future success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the production of quotations
- Requesting feedback on submitted quotations and tenders
- Researching potential public sector tenders
- Maintaining the pipeline
Where you’ll work
12 ALPHA BUSINESS PARK
BRETTON WAY
PETERBOROUGH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE3 8DD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
RHG CONSULT LTD
Your training course
Bid and proposal co-ordinator (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
- Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple activities simultaneously and prioritise own and others workloads
- Ability to meet defined deadlines and set own milestones to manage workload
- Ability to create and utilise a bid plan timetable and responsibility matrix, supporting virtual team adherence to process
- Contribute to proposal project timetable including the timely collection of data from various parties including sub-contractors, consultants and internal subject experts
- Ability to meet bid submission deadlines according to guidelines / instructions
- Logging and capture of all proposal data in central repository
- Able to maintain a healthy work life balance and understand the reasons why it is important to do so
- Maintain compliance matrices to ensure compliance to all questions Capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Ability to proof read with an eye for detail
- Good creative writing skills and good grammar/authoring
- Collate proposal documents using library/information stores, search engines/corporate directories
- Ability to use a range of tools, methods and search engines, to analyse and assimilate data, such as competitor analysis or customer research
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate professionally with colleagues at all levels of the business
- Liaise with sales/legal/finance teams and other virtual team members as necessary
- The importance of putting the customer first and tailoring bid documents to their needs, wants and requirements
- Work and engage with colleagues and virtual teams, leveraging relationships and networks to support information gathering and writing
- Build relationships with colleagues and subject matter experts across the business, learning the go to people and how to manage their input
- Build rapport and trust
Your training plan
The training for the apprenticeship will be carried out remotely with workshops/one to one's/reviews undertaken by a dedicated learning coach with RHG Consult Ltd.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will gain a Level 3 Bid and Proposal Co-ordinator qualification and be eligible for membership of the Association of Bid and Proposal Management Professionals (APMP).
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths & English (grade A*/9 to C/5)
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
- English/Business (grade Any considered)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Analytical skills
- Writing skills
Other requirements
Why apply? You’ll be earning while you learn, building a strong foundation in a key business function, and opening doors to long-term career growth. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teams, and playing a crucial role in winning business, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
About this company
Established in 1982, Jensen Group Solutions has over 40 years of experience in providing tailored security and fire safety solutions to homeowners and businesses. Formerly known as Jensen Fire and Security, we are proud to be the county's first NSI Gold-certified company, reflecting our commitment to the highest industry standards. Our services encompass the design, installation, and maintenance of comprehensive security systems, including intruder alarms, fire alarms, CCTV systems, and access control solutions. With a dedicated team of over 50 professionals, we have successfully completed more than 500 projects, ensuring the safety and security of our clients' properties. At Jensen Group Solutions, we value our employees and foster a supportive work environment that encourages growth and development. Joining our team means becoming part of a company with a strong legacy and a commitment to excellence in security and fire safety solutions.
http://www.jensensecurity.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
75% contribution towards private medical insurance Cycle to work scheme Birthdays off! Team days out.
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be able to continue growing in a bids and proposals capacity, similar to the below.
1. Bid & Proposal Coordinator (Junior Role) - Continue working in a bid and proposals team, gaining more hands-on experience in writing, managing deadlines, and supporting bids.
Build expertise in bid software, compliance requirements, and document preparation.
2. - Bid & Proposal Manager - Take on more responsibility by managing entire bid processes, leading teams, and coordinating multiple bids.
Develop strategic approaches to winning contracts and work closely with sales and technical teams.
Or transfer your skills into one of the following roles:
- Business Development Manager
Contracts & Procurement Manager
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
RHG CONSULT LTD
Michelle Tedstill – Head Of Projects James Sutton-Bids and Tenders
Michelle.Tedstill@Jensengroup.co.uk
01733 391888
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313815.
Apply now
Closes in 10 days (Monday 5 May 2025 at 11:59pm)
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