At a Glance
- Tasks: Craft compelling proposals and guide clients through the EU funding application process.
- Company: GHE, a leader in research and innovation funding applications.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting groundbreaking research initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping clients secure funding for innovative projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in grant writing and managing proposal submissions under tight deadlines.
The predicted salary is between 44595 - 54505 £ per year.
GHE specialise in the development of funding applications for research and innovation projects for clients. Our goal is to provide practical assistance and support throughout the application process. Our Senior Proposal Bid Writer will support clients in identifying suitable EU funding opportunities and lead the development of high‑quality, compliant, and competitive proposals. The role involves project scoping, proposal writing, partner coordination, budgeting, and ensuring submissions align with EU programme requirements and scoring criteria.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor EU funding programmes (Horizon Europe)
- Match client needs/projects with appropriate funding opportunities
- Conduct discovery sessions to understand the client’s goals, capabilities, and project idea
- Develop project concept using logical frameworks, impact pathways, and EU methodologies
- Create proposal development timelines and responsibility metrics
- Determine the bid strategy
- Prepare the submission of documentation (from project development right through to completing the grant agreement preparation documents)
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Experience in developing successful grant applications
- Grant / proposal writing experience
- Managing entire submission workflows and document packaging under deadline
- Experience translating complex technical content into clear, scoring‑aligned narrative
- Working with evaluation criteria and scoring logic; experience with resubmissions after feedback
- Experience with grant agreement preparation, amendments, reporting, audit/readiness
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and editing abilities
Senior Proposal Bid Writer in Burton upon Trent employer: Dains Alumni Group
Dains Audit is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive environment for those pursuing their ACA or ACCA qualifications. With a strong focus on employee development, you will benefit from comprehensive training, mentorship, and the opportunity to work across diverse sectors in Leicester. The company promotes a collaborative work culture, enhanced by flexible working options and a range of benefits including generous annual leave and healthcare options, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals seeking meaningful career growth.
