Junior Proposal Specialist

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Opportunity

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for writing, technology, and collaboration? We are looking for a Proposal Specialist to join our dynamic Bid & Proposal team and support strategic opportunities across global markets.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing compelling, customer-focused proposals that showcase our innovative security and digital solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to winning bids, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies in cybersecurity, digital networking, aviation security, and border management solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional looking to build a career in proposal management, business development support, and technical communications within a global technology organization.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the end-to-end bid and proposal development lifecycle for opportunities across international markets.
• Prepare, compile, format, and deliver high-quality proposal documents while ensuring version control and submission deadlines are met.
• Collaborate closely with Bid Managers, Sales Leads, Solution Architects, and Subject Matter Experts to gather, structure, and present compelling technical and commercial content.
• Translate customer requirements into clear, compliant, and persuasive proposal responses with a focus on digital networking and security solutions.
• Perform proofreading, editing, and quality assurance reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and professionalism across all proposal materials.
• Manage proposal documentation, maintain version histories, and support document control processes using SharePoint and other document management systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of bid processes, templates, governance frameworks, and reusable content libraries.
• Assist with proposal planning, scheduling, and workflow management through established bid management tools and platforms.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies including cybersecurity, networking, digital integration, aviation security, and ports & borders screening solutions.
• Support proposal scoping activities to ensure alignment with customer expectations, business objectives, and commercial goals.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors, partners, and external stakeholders to gather inputs and ensure alignment with bid requirements.
• Manage multiple concurrent bids while maintaining exceptional quality standards and meeting demanding deadlines.

What You'll Bring

• B.Tech / B.E in Computer Science, Cyber Security, IT, Electronics.
• 3–5 years of experience in proposal writing, bid support, technical writing, or a similar role preferred; exceptional fresh graduates with strong writing skills are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to working with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, digital networking concepts, TCP/IP, network infrastructure, connectivity, and digital transformation.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and partners to support bid and proposal activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience using SharePoint or other document management systems. Adobe FrameMaker, or proposal management tools would be beneficial.
• Understanding of pricing models and commercial proposal structures is advantageous.
• Exposure to aviation security, border management, security screening technologies,

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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