Bids Coordinator Apprentice

The Bids team at Addleshaw Goddard helps the firm win new work from clients. When a company or organisation needs legal services, they often ask firms to explain their merits. This process is called a “bid” or a “pitch”.

The Bids team works to put together documents and presentations that show why Addleshaw Goddard is the right firm to help the client. They understand the clients' needs, highlight the firm's expertise, and make sure the clients' questions are answered. The team helps manage deadlines, organises meetings, and ensures everything runs smoothly.

You will support the Bids team in the development, coordination and delivery of high-quality bids, proposals and presentations while completing the Bids and Proposal Coordinator Level 3 apprenticeship with the Association of Proposal Management Professionals.

A typical day might look like:

• You start your day by checking emails for any new bid opportunities or updates. You update the bids database, track ongoing projects, and schedule meetings for the team and other colleagues (including lawyers) to progress projects.
• You will research clients, competitors, and the legal market to help the team build strong, tailored bids.
• You help to create, edit and format bid documents so they look professional and follow the firm's brand guidelines. As part of this, you collect information from colleagues about their expertise to include.
• You share your ideas for improving the way bids are managed, such as finding new ways to present information.
• Throughout the day, you'll support the team with general administration, like organising files and keeping records up to date about progress and outcomes of bids.
• You'll work with lots of different people, learning how the firm wins new work, and gaining valuable skills for your career.

What we are looking for

There is no such thing as a ‘typical Addleshaw Goddard candidate. As a firm, we are shaped by different perspectives, and we know our success depends on giving opportunities to people from a range of backgrounds, locations and perspectives.

There are some attributes we would like you to bring to this role. Please don't be put off if you don't meet all of them, we will build your skillset.

• Good Communication: You can talk and write clearly, and you're happy to ask questions or explain details.
• Team Player: You enjoy working with others and helping the team achieve its goals.
• Organised: You keep track of tasks and manage time well, even when things get busy.
• Problem Solver: You like finding solutions to challenges and aren't afraid to try new ways of working.
• Attention to Detail: You check your work to make sure information is accurate and nothing is missed.
• Willing to Learn: You're open to learning new skills, including using new technology/AI tools over time.
• Confidentiality: You understand the importance of keeping information private and safe.
• Customer Focused: You want to help clients and colleagues, creating a smooth experience. You may have prior customer service or administration experience (not essential).
• Motivated: You have an interest in how businesses grow, marketing or working in professional environments and you are committed to the Bids apprenticeship programme.

To be eligible for the apprenticeship, you must have achieved 3 A-levels (or equivalent qualifications) at grade C or above as well as 5 GCSEs grades 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications), including English and Maths.

What you can expect

With Addleshaw Goddard, you can expect a supportive team culture, a flexible, friendly and state-of-the-art working environment, and an attractive salary and benefits package.

For the role of Bids Coordinator Apprentice, we will reward you with a first-year salary of £21,500.

We have a range of benefits, including access to healthcare, mental health support and wellbeing and lifestyle initiatives.

Our dedicated Early Careers team will support you before and whilst in the role, including delivering development opportunities via our Early Careers pathways.

We operate a hybrid working model, requiring employees to attend the office for a minimum of 3 days per week, with the remaining days available for remote working. Specific office attendance requirements may vary by role and business needs.