We are seeking an experienced Technical Bid Writer to join our team atTrilateral Researchwithin the United Kingdom.

As part of ourSocioTechteam, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating, writing, and submitting compelling bid proposals for AI, consulting and research projects. The scope of topics will be varied. Your work will help us secure key contracts across both public and private sectors, demonstrating how our solutions deliver ethical, high-impact results.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of an award-winning organisation delivering impactful AI to combat complex challenges.

Our company and what we do

AtTrilateral Research, we provideethicalAI solutions for tackling complex social issues, from human trafficking and child exploitation, citizen security in crisis to pollution and climate change. We also undertake innovative research in those areas. We then transform research and AI development into innovation and sustainable impact​, focusing our efforts where we can enhance societal wellbeing.

We apply rigorous, cutting-edgeresearchwhen developing and accessing new technologies to ensure they achieve sustainable innovation and measurable impact. Our teams include humanities specialists, social scientists, data scientists, ethical, legal, and human rights experts who work across the technology-social disciplinary divide.

Key responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Lead the entire bid lifecycle, from initial opportunity identification to final submission and post-bid follow-up.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (technical, commercial, research, legal) to design projects and gather relevant inputs and shape strong, competitive bids that are of high-quality, and are winning proposals that align with client needs and our ethical AI mission.
• Write and edit high-quality technical content for bids, translating complex data science and AI concepts into clear, compelling narratives for non-technical audiences.
• Create technical diagrams, flowcharts, and documentation that clearly articulate solution designs and implementation strategies.
• Manage timelines and deliverables for multiple bids simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are of the highest standard.
• Ensure compliance with public sector tender requirements, maintaining an understanding of regulatory frameworks and procurement processes.
• Continuously refine and improve the bid process, develop an efficient bid library, and implement lessons learned and drive efficiencies in how we approach tender submissions.
• Ensure the company is part of relevant frameworks and platforms (e.g., G-Cloud).
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity, keeping the team informed of new opportunities and emerging requirements in the AI space.

Required education and experience

Essential:

• A minimum of 2 years’ professional bid writing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field to support responsibilities.

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in a related field to support experience and role requirements.
• Experience in ethical AI or responsible innovation, especially as applied to public sector projects.

Professional knowledge and technical skills

Essential:

• Familiarity with public sector procurement and tendering processes, including experience with frameworks such as G-Cloud, Digital Marketplace.
• Proven experience in successful bid management, proposal writing, within the AI space.
• Experience in agile software development methodologies.
• Ability to translate business problems into technical solutions.
• Good understanding of AI, machine learning, and data science technologies, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Comfortable working with new topics that may not necessarily be your area of expertise.
• Exceptional writing and proof-reading skills with strong attention to detail.
• Awareness of GDPR and other data protection standards, especially for projects involving data.

Desirable:

• Experience with technical software, e.g., Python, SQL.
• Experience manipulating large data sets (structured and unstructured data)
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

Interpersonal skills

Essential:

• Ability to lead and manage multiple bids simultaneously, with excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable:

• Ability to adjust and pivot quickly in response to changing client requirements or bid priorities.

What else do I need to know?

Location:This position is open to candidates based in theUnited Kingdom.

Contract type:12-months fixed term contract.

Start date: Approx. January 2025.

Salary:Commensurate with experience.

Hours:Full-time.

Our compensation package includes:

• Competitive salary

• Enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with service

• Company sick pay and family friendly pay

• Flexible working hours

• Remote working/working from home options

• Enhanced pension scheme based on service

• Continuous career development

Please note that the closing date for applications is the14th of November at 5pm GMT.  Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing and progressing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all the essential requirements listed in this description.

How to apply?

Please submit both yourCV and a cover letter with a maximum word count of 1000 words,linking your experience to our requirements to have your application considered. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the country the role requires.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are a Disability Confident committed and Living Wage employer.

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