Wonderful opportunity for a BID Coordinator to be part of well recognised and respected large Architecture firm in London.

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The client is a London based group of architects and designers, creating some of the world’s smartest and most sustainable buildings and carving a smart and innovative way to live and work in today’s urban cities.

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The practice is designing projects across three continents and has buildings under construction in the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, India, Singapore and Japan.

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They are now looking for an experienced BID Coordinator for their London studio, to support on new business in the UK and internationally.

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Key skills and experience of BID Coordinator:

• experience of preparing and coordinating bid submissions with 3-5 years experience
• understanding of the design and procurement process and knowledge of contractual matters would be an advantage
• architectural background or strong interest in architecture, construction and the creative processes
• self-disciplined, entrepreneurial, and confident in a creative environment, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• excellent communication and organisation skills, as well as a talent for writing concisely and clearly
• excellent attention to detail and a thorough approach
• keen to learn with a flexible attitude, able to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
• strong organisational, administrative and document production skills
• good knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop and InDesign    

This is a full-time permanent position with benefits, based in their Central London office.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and passionate Marketing Assistant to join the London studio of one of our prestigious AJ100 listed clients. This outstanding opportunity calls for an individual who possesses exceptional graphic design skills, along with a flair for writing and editing, to create captivating content that contributes to the development of winning bids and impactful digital materials.

As a versatile team player with a creative nature, you will work closely with the Marketing Manager to support various initiatives across both our client's London and Hong Kong studios. Your responsibilities will include crafting engaging content for social media platforms, assisting in the implementation of press strategies, and meticulously preparing and submitting award entries for consideration. By assuming ownership of tasks and demonstrating your capabilities, you will have the chance to thrive in this role and gain comprehensive knowledge of our client's world-renowned practice.

Our client is a collaborative team of architects and interior designers with a world-class reputation. Founded by a British design icon, the practice has a contemporary vision that transforms bold ideas into truly inspiring buildings and interiors. It will be a dynamic and diverse role which requires an appreciation of design at all scales and across all sectors.

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Responsibilities

• Collate submissions presentations, bid documents, and other new business support.
• Create compelling promotional material, presentations and digital content, including generating ideas and editing still and moving content for use across social platforms.
• Coordinate the calendar of awards submissions, photography, client events, industry event attendance, and speaking opportunities.
• Copy-writing for digital content and digital platforms.
• Support the Marketing Manager on the implementation of the marketing strategy, reporting and initiatives from digital marketing to events and new business.
• Help with internal communications and assist in developing press campaigns.

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Essential Skills and Requirements:

• Creative nature with excellent graphic skills and an eye for composition with good attention to detail.
• Detailed knowledge and working proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable in social media platforms and management tools such as Hootsuite and Google Analytics.
• Capable of multitasking, handling a broad range of responsibilities and working to tight deadlines.

 The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, have a keen interest in both architecture and interior design and be willing to take initiative.

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This is a great opportunity to join a leading non-profit, membership-based association based in Bracknell, Berkshire. The organisation plays a key role in the construction and sustainability sectors, offering a wide range of services to help companies improve the design, build and operation of buildings.

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The Role

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Reporting to the Head of Marketing, your role will be to create and implement the execution of the organisation's marketing activities and campaigns. Working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that all marketing operations are successful in meeting the goals and needs of the business. 

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Exciting work you will do:

• Contribute to the implementation of marketing strategies
• Deputise for the Head of Marketing as and when required, supporting the Head of Marketing in overseeing the department’s operations  Plan advertising schedules and promotional campaigns for products and services on a variety of media platforms – both on/offline
• Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders and suppliers to promote the success of marketing activities and the organisation’s corporate profile
• See all campaigns through to completion and evaluate their success using various metrics
• Conduct and oversee market research requirements and identify opportunities for NPD, promotion and growth
• Collaborate with the Head of Marketing to prepare budgets and monitor expenditure
• Oversee the CRM platform ensuring its useful structure and smooth functioning and that it is kept up to date
• Propose useful CRM analytics to the management team members to support delivery of business units’ sales targets and delivers agreed analysis portfolio
• Liaise with business managers to develop service and product specific promotional campaigns. Ensuring the right timeline, the appropriate message and defining the right target groups for each campaign
• Actively look for new ideas and opportunities to enhance market understanding and promotion services for wider offerings and individual business units.
• Provide reports and information that are required by Head of Marketing to assess performance and operation of the sales and promotion services.
• Undertake Line Management responsibilities for assigned team.

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‍To be successful in this role you will possess the following Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

• Marketing/business-related degree/ NVQ level 4 or 5 or strong educational background
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a role with similar scope of duties
• Professional/technical knowledge in relevant background
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong operational skills
• Business acumen and results oriented
• Commercially aware
• Good planning and project management skills 

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What our client can offer;

• Informal Hybrid Working may be available after confirmation and based on the role
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance – 4 times annual gross reference salary (after confirmation)
• 26 Annual Holidays (pro-rata) and additional Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay (after confirmation)
• Compassionate Leave
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Bounty Scheme (referral program)
• IFA visits/Pension Clinics
• Christmas Shutdown period (nominated Annual Holidays)
• Free car park on a first come first serve basis
• Electrical Vehicle Charging points in the car park
• Employee wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential service)

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We are seeking an ambitious Business Development / Key Accounts Manager to lead and grow our clients successful architectural visualization company.

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Established for over 18 years, the company produce stunning architectural visualisations for a broad range of clients both in the UK and internationally, producing work ranging from luxury interiors projects through to multi-story mixed use developments. They have gone from strength to strength and are now seeking a driven individual to help them further expand their client base in the UK.

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You will ideally have experience in business management, sales, marketing, and client communications, and whilst an understanding of the architectural visualization industry is preferred, it is not essential as similar industry experience (e.g. property, media) will be also considered.

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Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Manage and lead sales and marketing efforts, including client acquisition and retention.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry leaders.
• Oversee financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Stay informed of industry trends and technologies to ensure the company stays competitive.

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The role will be based remotely for the first 2 - 3 months, but then be based at offices in Central London with the potential for hybrid working.

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This is a challenging, yet highly rewarding role, that will suit a self-motivated individual with excellent business development and interpersonal skills.

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We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive Communications Executive to help deliver our client's Global Communications Plan and continue to raise the profile of the Practice. You will have excellent communication, written and social media skills and enjoy working within a small team. A good knowledge of working with website CMS and social media management dashboards together with InDesign / Affinity is essential.

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Working closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications and the Communications Manager you will assist in the sourcing, developing, writing and editing of clear and engaging content for press releases and internal, online and digital channels including their e-newsletter, intranet, social media platforms (twitter/LinkedIn/Instagram) and website as well as for company literature. You will be responsible for uploading content and imagery across three websites and work with guidance to enhance website optimisation through content, tagging and linking.

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Skills, knowledge and experience required:

• Good grammar and written skills
• Attention to detail (including proofreading, quality checking, imagery and design).
• Excellent graphic skills including InDesign, Photoshop or Affinity Publisher and Affinity Photo together with PowerPoint.
• Experience with website CMS and social media management dashboards and in writing content suitable for both.
• Ability to work within a small team effectively and deliver tight deadlines on time
• Ability to liaise with other disciplines/team members

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Candidates must be confident communicators verbal and written, skilled and experienced at developing relationships with directors and teams across the organisation, and able to coordinate people efficiently.

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The practice offers a dynamic, friendly working environment and great career development opportunities as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

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Fantastic opportunity working for globally recognised, AJ100 listed Architecture firm.

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This particular role of BID Coordinator will manage and coordinate the production of professional bids, submissions and RFP’s in liaison with the BID Manager / Senior BID Coordinator.  

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The role:

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This role is responsible for receiving, assessing and evaluating bid notices and opportunities, making appropriate recommendations in liaison with Bid Manager / Senior Bid Cooordinator and sector leads.

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You will also seek-out UK and international business opportunities via bid portals across the practice and assist in the delivery of the business development strategy. You are tasked with responsibility for tracking bids and providing regular feedback on any successes and advising on how the processes can be further refined.

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What the next 12 months will look like:

• Collaborate with the Bid Manager / Senior Bid Coordinator to curate and edit responses to specific requirements;
• Create and circulate bid management schedules to bid teams to ensure everyone is aware of and adheres to the submission criteria
• Manage tender sources, seek out and distribute leads to relevant sector heads
• Select appropriate bids in line with company and specific sector business plan criteria
• Arrange and chair bid kick-off meetings to determine a bid /no bid decision
• Work alongside and in partnership with the Bid Manager / Senior Bid Coordinator complementing and supporting each other to ensure smooth delivery of the bid strategy
• Work closely with the Global Development Team on Internationally focused opportunities;
• Work closely with the Transport and Education teams on public sector and infrastructure opportunities
• Gain feedback on all bids - successful / unsuccessful, interrogate bid results and run post-completion bid reviews with the Bid Manager / Senior Bid Coordinator to ensure continuous improvement of bid responses and high level of successful conversion / work won
• Maintain the framework tracker
• Responsible for renewing membership of online pre-qualification websites and keeping profiles up-to-date
• Contribute to the updating and maintenance of company bid literature, including all staff CVs, bid information library and bid area of intranet (Compass)
• Ensure all external documents conform to the brand guidelines
• Manage project information recorded in company CRM System (Union Square) by liaising and working with the project teams to cleanse, update and populate project metrics.

‍What you need to have:

• Previous experience in similar role with minimum 2 years’ experience
• Competent with the use of graphics and IT systems, in particular excellent working knowledge of InDesign (or Affinity), Adobe, PowerPoint and Photoshop
• Experience of working in a similar professional practice environment, preferably within the construction industry.

Inspiring clients and organisations to think differently, my client is driven by strategic consultancy with creative and technical problem-solving.

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Established over 25 years ago, this wonderful company offer extraordinarily diverse portfolio ranging from road bridges to burning men, from pre-medieval chateaux to award-winning structures.

The Role

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They need someone who is a strategic and creative Bid Writer / Coordinator. You will support engineering, transport and digital services teams in the delivery of public and private sector bids, RFPs, pitch presentations and proposals.

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This role will also support their Business Development team.

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Ideal candidate will have experience within the Built Environment, Architecture, Design, Construction or Engineering.

• You will oversee and advise on the content and templates
• best practice in terms of the look, feel and style of company bids, working with in house Graphic Designer.
• poses strong attention to detail
• able to liaise with senior team members, Directors and Associate Directors to help to respond to tender opportunities
• document creation, copy writing and editing.
• You will be responsible for ensuring all information captured is in line with brand guidelines/messaging
• Working closely with Directors, Head of Marketing & BD and other stakeholders, you will manage other people’s contributions to submission documents to ensure timely completion.

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Skills required:

• You will have excellent communication skills with an energetic and organised attitude and the ability to identify an appropriate core message and approach required for any bid.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a bid writer and coordinating bids
• Expert at producing successful submissions and other bid documents
• Excellent writer, both technical and non-technical, with experience in writing high-quality copy, tailored to the audience
• Excellent organisational skills, with an ability to manage a diverse range of tasks, involving different people and different activities to tight deadlines
• Highly computer literate with an eye for design and an accomplished ability to use InDesign and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Confident communicator both verbally, written and visually
• Ability to liaise with and develop relationships with stakeholders

Our AJ100 listed client is searching for a Communications Manager for their practice in London.

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As architects, landscape architects and urban designers, they create award winning buildings, living landscapes and thriving urban spaces, using inventive design to solve real life challenges.

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Putting people at the heart of there work, each of the projects is different but the driving force behind every one is the desire to create an environment that is beautiful, sustainable and functional.

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The role will include:

• Prepare and implement the annual communications strategy and budget
• Manage the Practice website, intranet and social media channels
• Draft and issue press releases and manage our involvement in external publications
• Oversee all awards submissions, judging visits and ceremony attendance
• Organise and coordinate the Practice’s presence at events and conferences
• Identify thought leadership/speaking opportunities for key members of staff
• Prepare quarterly communications and research reports for the Executive Board
• Coordinate and chair marketing meetings and communications champions meetings
• Proof and edit outgoing documents/reports
• Support the Communications team with any ad-hoc duties.

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The chosen candidate must:

• A strong understanding of best practice in marketing and communications
• Demonstrable experience and success in a similar role within the creative industries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams and independently
• Interest in and knowledge of the architectural sector and culture
• Relevant degree or postgraduate qualifications.

Our AJ100 listed client is searching for a Business Development Coordinator for their practice in London.

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As architects, landscape architects and urban designers, they create award winning buildings, living landscapes, and thriving urban spaces, using inventive design to solve real life challenges. Putting people at the heart of their work, each of the projects is different but the driving force behind everyone is the desire to create an environment that is beautiful, sustainable and functional.

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The role will include:

• Support directors in tracking existing relationships and identify new opportunities
• Research and record opportunities across all sectors and services. Track both public and private sector, development and regeneration programmes
• Identity opportunities for the Practice to expand its work in current sectors and move into new sectors
• Assist with developing relationships that are useful to the Practice and its business development activities
• Research networking opportunities
• Develop and manage the opportunities / business development database
• Assist with bid preparation and editing including: 1) Drafting new copy 2)Proofreading and editing copy
• Ensure all documents conform to the Practice’s brand guidelines
• Bring ideas and suggestions to enhance the Practice’s business development targets
• Follow up and coordinate leads from conference attendance
• Prepare business to business presentations
• Prepare quarterly reports for the Executive Board meetings
• Coordinate and organise networking events and opportunities with Communications team.

The chosen candidate must:

• Knowledge of the construction industry’s procurement processes
• Experience of preparing bid documents and knowledge of bid processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and work effectively with teams in a busy and sometimes high- pressured environment
• Proactive and creative approach
• Interest in and knowledge of the architecture sector and culture
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Adobe InDesign advantageous, but not essential
• Knowledge of databases preferred.

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We are searching for a part-time Marketing Manager to join our clients team in London, initially on a maternity cover contract of 10 months (circa).

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Our client is an award-winning, leading landscape architecture practice which has received public acclaim for creating engaging and beautiful spaces around the world.

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They are looking for an outgoing, experienced, and ambitious marketing manager to join their friendly and collaborative team based in London, UK. This role is integral to the practice, helping to grow their UK and international profile and to promote wider awareness of high-quality landscape architecture in the natural and built environments. You will work in close collaboration with the new business manager, as well with as the partners and design team members.

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The successful candidate will be available for 24-32 hours a week. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role, lasting ten months (approx.). 

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The role will include:

• create and maintain in-house written and graphic marketing materials including project sheets, biographies, team CVs, brochures, display boards, press releases, presentations
• strategise and implement content on digital and social platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn) and website
• maintain relationships with media outlets (digital and print) and grow company profile through interviews, opinion pieces, articles, etc.
• identify potential speaking and networking opportunities for partners and senior staff and support with presentation material. Coordinate requirements for conferences and lectures
• identify potential award opportunities and complete submissions
• identify internal and external event opportunities and implement
• organise photography commissions for GP+B’s projects
• manage marketing budget
• maintain and update Open Asset image database and the press and projects archive
• manage practice templates and ensure brand consistency across all output

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The chosen candidate must:

• three to five years’ experience in a similar role, with ambition, creative talent and commercial drive
• strong knowledge of the architecture and landscape architecture industry
• excellent English language communication and proof-reading skills, with the ability to write engaging and relevant text in the house-style
• proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop and Microsoft Office
• experience in managing budgets
• confident liaising with collaborators and other professionals, acting as an ambassador for the practice
• able to take key direction as well as work independently, identifying priorities and working within tight deadlines
• committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all working practices

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Benefits:
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A collaborative, stimulating and inspiring working environment from our client's studio near Camden Town in London, with the opportunity to work on prestigious projects in the UK and worldwide. Hybrid working and TOIL, a company pension, a regular CPD schedule, annual training allowances, financial support and study leave for advancing professional qualifications, a cycle scheme and tech scheme, and an active social calendar.

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Our AJ100 listed client is searching for a Communications Coordinator for their practice in London. As architects, landscape architects and urban designers, they create award winning buildings, living landscapes and thriving urban spaces, using inventive design to solve real life challenges. Putting people at the heart of there work, each of the projects is different but the driving force behind every one is the desire to create an environment that is beautiful, sustainable and functional.

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The role will include:

• Prepare and implement the annual communications strategy and budget
• Manage the Practice website, intranet and social media channels
• Draft and issue press releases and manage our involvement in external publications
• Oversee all awards submissions, judging visits and ceremony attendance
• Organise and coordinate the Practice’s presence at events and conferences
• Identify thought leadership /speaking opportunities for key members of staff
• Prepare quarterly communications and research reports for the Executive Board
• Coordinate and chair marketing meetings and communications champions meetings
• Proof and edit outgoing documents / reports
• Support the Communications team with any ad-hoc duties.

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The chosen candidate must:

• A strong understanding of best practice in marketing and communications
• Demonstrable experience and success in a similar role within the creative industries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams and independently
• Interest in and knowledge of the architectural sector and culture
• Relevant degree or postgraduate qualifications.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Communications & Bid Assistant to join our AJ100 listed client in Bath or Manchester, UK. Our client is a progressive and ethical architectural practice. They design with empathy for the human condition, with science for sustainable outcomes, and with art for crafting a beautiful place. The range of their architectural work is extremely broad and includes housing, universities, creative reuse and schools.

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With over 40 years of practice, they now have four offices around the UK. They remain committed to the social and cultural values which underpin their design approach.

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What is your role:

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The Bids & Communications Assistant works alongside the Bid Manager to produce and assemble submissions and track their process. You will assist in reviewing tender requirements and liaise with the Bid Manager, Partners, and other senior members of the practice to collate the required information and submit bids of the highest standard to give the practice the best possible chance of acquiring new projects.

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‍What the role includes:

• Development of bid plans that allow for the timely production of content, reviews, and desktop publishing to meet client deadlines
• Arrange and chair bid preparation meetings
• Collate and edit text for specific bid submissions
• Compile ‘first draft’ responses for review and edit by Partners / Architects
• Collate images for bid submissions
• Compile & coordinate all submissions including graphic layout and print production of all materials
• Document layout and presentation production for interview presentations
• Collate information received from external consultants
• Liaise with and support the internal team in obtaining due diligence information from external consultants.
• Record and audit all bid questions that have been answered
• Update the Bid Support Portal with generic information and bid knowledge data
• All completed submissions to be made available across the practice
• Collate and record feedback on all bids - successful/ unsuccessful for an interrogation
• Perform multiple submissions against rapid and frequent deadlines
• Develop new materials as needed to support business development activities
• To provide cover for the Bid Manager during times of their absence
• To provide cover at times in managing the OJEU processes - searching and recording new work opportunities in UK and Europe in line with company and business plan criteria
• Attend, and at times, prepare and lead the weekly New Work meeting

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‍What makes you good at your job:

• Excellent written English
• Excellent editing and proof-reading skills
• Excellent DTO design skills particularly InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Excellent administration and organisation skills
• Good graphic skills, particularly with effective image to text relationships in the contexts of documents sized A4 and A3
• Communications / Marketing experience is essential
• An interest in Architecture is essential
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility, with a willingness to tackle a variety of duties and learn new skills
• Effective team player
• Highly motivated
• Keen attention to detail
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required

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‍Generous Benefit list including annual profit share, daily lunch, and excellent holiday allowance. ‍