Bid Administrator FTC Manchester Who we are:At Hays, we believe in being long-term partners with our people as well as our customers. Together, we will work for your tomorrow, and the possibilities are endless. With over 50 years of business success, we have built a reputation as the world leader in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions. But joining Hays isn't just about being part of a global business leader; together with over 12,000 people, you will experience a culture that values growth, diversity, and inclusion. Your New Role: You will be working as part of a fast paced and highly successful client engagement function, the Bid Administrator provides support to the bid management team - completing questionnaires, portal registrations and updates, co-ordinating all necessary documentation, and preparing bid/proposal documentation as required. This role is vital to the success of the bid management team. What it looks like day to day: Complete client documentation as per individual client requestsUpdate and maintain client portals and alerts with insurance and policy informationRespond to ad-hoc queries from the business or our clientsManage and update Bid Administrator ManualPrepare bids in response to client requirements that meet bid brief (as laid down by Bid Manager/Director)Develop responses that convey operational and commercial solution(s) in a clear and concise mannerUse effective prose to reflect key themes and sales messages that the bid text must conveyCreate custom sections of text when directed by the Bid Manager/Bid DirectorEnsure proposals are produced within required timescalesAdhere to Hays writing and style guides, including tone of voice / grammarCompliance with corporate policies, procedures and brand protocolsAssist Bid Managers/Directors in completing online Bids and RFIsPrepare final bid documentation for postal deadlines What you'll need to succeed: Strong communication skills, confident and articulate in all communications and at all levels (i.e., face-to-face, telephone and written)Excellent attention to detail, maintaining high standards of delivery, quality and accuracyPresents, explains and interprets information accurately and clearlyExcellent grammar and writing skillsHighly organisedAbility to understand a client's needs and contribute to solution formationGood team worker; able to build and maintain positive and open working relationships with colleaguesAble to liaise effectively with Hays departments and clients to define/ clarify requirements and collate relevant data / informationComputer literate and familiar with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and othersSelf-motivated to set and prioritise work schedule and manage time effectively. Thinks ahead and pre-empts potential problems. Pro-active approachHighly flexible approach to react to changes within the business, quick to identify which tasks are a priorityFaces all challenges and problems with a sense of responsibility and self-management, following issues through to resolution. What you will get in return: A culture built on rewarding success and opportunities for rapid career progression.Access to the best technology in the industry and renowned training programs.Flexible hybrid working patterns.Opportunities for global career advancement.Incentives and rewards to recognize performance.Employee well-being initiatives and benefits.Referral bonus scheme.Support networks and communities within Hays.Paid charity day and collaboration with charity partners. Life at Hays presents the opportunity for growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges, and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, we value diverse perspectives and inclusive approaches that encourage different experiences and views. If you're thinking of a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, let's work together to create it! Hays Recruitment is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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