Job Description

Our Commercial Division is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team driving business development, programme delivery, and client engagement across global defence and security markets. Operating at the cutting edge of maritime technology, we work in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, adaptability, and precision are key.

We're a lean but highly capable group of professionals, including specialists in business development, programme management, operations, and client services, closely integrated with our engineering and operations teams to deliver innovative solutions to complex defence challenges.

We're seeking a skilled Proposal Writer with a strong background in solicitation based writing (RFPs, RFQs, BAAs) to support our business development and capture efforts. This is a strategic role focused on winning new business through compelling, compliant, and customer-focused proposals, not technical manuals or support documentation.

What you'll be doing

Analyse solicitations to extract requirements and develop compliance matrices Develop proposal structures, win themes, and content plans aligned with customer priorities Collaborate with SMEs, engineers, and programme managers to define technical approaches Write and edit persuasive proposal content with consistent tone and formatting Manage stakeholder inputs and ensure timely delivery of high-quality submissions Lead internal reviews and incorporate feedback to improve competitiveness Prepare final proposal packages and client presentations

Essential skills and experience

Proven experience in proposal or technical writing, ideally within defence, maritime, or engineering sectors Familiarity with UK Government and MOD procurement processes Strong understanding of procurement frameworks and compliance Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office and documentation tools Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

Desirable

Experience in marine autonomy, robotics, or defence Formal bid writing training or certification
Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Important to know:

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you eligible to work in the UK and can you evidence five years' continuous residency? Please provide your salary expectations and any notice period Can you evidence recent relevant experience of technical writing within defence, maritime or the engineering sector? Are you familiar with UK Government and MOD procurement processes?
Work Location: In person