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Proposals Manager - Writer

Compass Group

  • Date Posted

    Today

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  • Remote Work Level

    Hybrid Remote

  • Location

    Hybrid Remote in North Sydney, NSW, Australia, Sydney, NSW, Australia, Parkville, VIC, Australia, Melbourne, VIC, Australiaaustralia.png

  • Job Schedule

    Full-Time

  • Salary

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  • Benefits

    Career Development

  • Categories

    Business DevelopmentCommunicationsEditingProduct ManagerProject ManagerSalesWriting

  • Job Type

    Employee

  • Career Level

    Manager

  • Travel Required

    No specification

  • Education Level

    Professional Certification

About the Role

Title: Proposals Manager – Writer

Job ID: 

 706566
Location:

 North Sydney, NSW, Australia, 2060

 Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia

 Parkville, VIC, Australia, 3052

 Full Time

Job Description:

Proposals Manager – Writer

Sydney or Melbourne | Hybrid (2–3 days in office)

Join Compass Group Australia and help us win the future.
We’re seeking a dynamic professional to lead the creation of compelling bid responses across our key sectors. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love transforming ideas into winning narratives, and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

About the Role

You’ll be the creative lead and content strategist for high-value bids. Reporting to the Senior Proposal Manager, you’ll work closely with Sales & Commercial stakeholders, Business Development Managers (BDMs), and subject matter experts to craft persuasive, client-focused proposals that reflect Compass Group’s purpose and competitive edge.

You’ll manage the full bid lifecycle, from planning and writing to final submission, ensuring every proposal is timely, compliant, and tailored to client needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute bid documentation plans aligned with project timelines
  • Write and coordinate proposal content that clearly articulates win themes and solutions
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather insights and evidence that strengthen proposals
  • Lead creative development aligned with sector branding and client expectations
  • Manage proposal reviews, sign-offs, and final delivery
  • Maintain and enhance the proposal content library and visual assets
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What You’ll Bring

Essential:

  • 3+ years’ experience in proposal writing or content development
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and document presentation skills
  • Strong planning, time management, and stakeholder engagement capabilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Desirable:

  • APMP certification
  • Experience in large, complex bids (B2B or B2G)
  • Familiarity with contract catering or soft services
  • Proposal coordination or management experience

The Benefits

Working with a large global company means you can be assured that we have an attractive benefits program! This includes comprehensive learning & development offerings, a variety of recognition programs and company discounts, an excellent salary benchmarking matrix and at this management level also includes an incentive bonus scheme!

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