Junior Bid Coordinator

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Croydon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and marketing firm in Croydon is seeking a Junior Proposals Coordinator/Designer to support capture planning and proposal development. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Design, strong graphic design skills, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment focused on professional growth and teamwork. Interested applicants should be enthusiastic and ready to thrive in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Strong graphic design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support pursuit teams in capture planning and proposal development.
• Assist in managing the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire process.
• Help create visually engaging marketing collateral for industry events.

Skills

Strong graphic design skills

Excellent written communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

In the role of Junior Proposals Coordinator/Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Support pursuit teams in capture planning, proposal development, and interview preparation for project opportunities.
• Assist in managing the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) process, including gathering information, drafting responses, and ensuring on-time delivery.
• Contribute to the layout and design of proposals and presentation materials, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
• Help maintain client and industry data, tracking solicitation status and supporting business development systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing client plans aimed at market expansion and relationship building.
• Support the execution of marketing and branding efforts, such as social media, thought leadership, and internal campaigns.
• Help create visually engaging marketing collateral, conference materials, and branded content for industry events.
• Support internal communications initiatives, including webinars and key internal meetings.
• Learn and share best practices in business development, marketing, and visual storytelling.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field.
• Strong graphic design skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop).
• Excellent written communication and editing skills, with the ability to translate technical content into clear and compelling messaging.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and eager to grow professionally within a supportive team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Other Locations

United Kingdom-England-Croydon

Industry

Marketing/Communications

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jan 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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