Job Description

Senior Solutions Architect - Business Development

Location: Home-Based (Remote)

Salary: 56,800 per annum

Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)

Are you an expert in custodial operations with a talent for persuasive, strategic writing?

Transforming Justice Sector Tenders into Wins

About G4S Care & Rehabilitation Services (CaRS)

G4S CaRS is committed to the rehabilitation of offenders across our secure training centre, four prisons, and various community contracts in England and Wales. Our core philosophy is to equip service users with the skills needed for successful societal re-integration, fostering a safe environment for both our staff and those in our care.

The Role: Senior Solution Architect

G4S Care & Rehabilitation Services (CaRS) is seeking a highly experienced Senior Solution Architect to join our Business Development Team. You will be instrumental in transforming Justice Sector tenders into Wins. This role is a unique blend of strategic solution design, operational translation, and high-stakes bid writing in a heavily regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

You will report to the Senior Proposals Manager and collaborate closely with senior leaders, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and regional teams to design and articulate winning solutions.

1. Strategic Solution Design & Content Leadership

Operational Translation: Work with SMEs to transform complex operational prison models (e.g., security, rehabilitation, healthcare) into clear, compelling, and compliant tender responses. Win Theme Development: Define and embed clear value propositions and "win themes" across the entire proposal to achieve maximum quality scores. Narrative Ownership: Lead the full content strategy, facilitating storyboarding sessions to establish the "Golden Thread" linking client requirements to CaRS' unique capabilities. Executive Summaries: Draft high-impact, synthesis-driven Executive Summaries for senior evaluators. Continuous Improvement: Integrate lessons learned and MoJ feedback into future bid responses.

2. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Strict Adherence: Ensure absolute compliance with all MoJ specifications, word counts, and formatting rules to prevent disqualification. Rigorous Editing: Perform detailed line-editing and proofing for clarity, technical accuracy, grammar, and consistent "one-voice" tonality across the submission. Evidence Base: Maintain and build a robust library of evidence, statistics, and case studies related to key performance indicators (e.g., reoffending rates, safety audits). Review Coordination: Manage internal proposal reviews, efficiently incorporating feedback while protecting the integrity of the core narrative.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration & Knowledge Management

SME Engagement: Confidently interview and collaborate with technical experts, extracting critical information and converting technical jargon into accessible, benefit-led prose. Capability Showcasing: Develop high-quality case studies demonstrating G4S's track record. Market Intelligence: Contribute to ongoing research into clients, competitors, and market trends.

About You

We are looking for a tenacious, resilient, and confident professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Essential Experience & Skills:

In-depth operational experience and knowledge of custodial facilities is crucial. Extensive current or previous experience in a similar Senior Solution Architect or bid writing role, specifically within the public sector tender landscape. Proven ability to translate dry, complex technical information into persuasive, benefit-led narrative. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to Board Directors and operational teams. Strong proficiency in IT, including Google Workspace, Bid Management Software, and Microsoft Packages.

Personal Attributes:

Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines. Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working autonomously. Flexible and adaptable to evolving requirements and scenarios. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and challenge where necessary.

Working at G4S: Benefits & Culture

G4S CaRS is committed to Equality and Diversity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all service users.




G4S is an Equal Opportunities employer




You will be entitled to a wide range of benefits, including:

Benefit Category

Offerings

Wellbeing & Support

Employee Assistance (WeCare), Confidential Counselling Services, 24/7 health and medical support

Financial & Security

Company pension scheme (employer contributions), G4S Life Assurance Scheme, Subsidised healthcare plan

Development

Opportunities for progression, training, and development

Retail & Lifestyle

Discounts on high street shops, brands, retailers, and travel suppliers

Vetting Requirements:

This role is subject to stringent G4S and His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service vetting standards, requiring a 5-year checkable history. Candidates must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 3 years and provide full employment and education history for the past 5 years. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.




G4S is the International business of Allied Universal, the world's leading security and facility services provider and trusted partner to more than 400 of the Fortune 500. Allied Universal delivers unparalleled customer relationships, innovative solutions, cutting-edge smart technologies and tailored services that enable clients to focus on their core businesses. With operations in over 100 countries and territories, Allied Universal is the third largest private employer in North America and seventh in the world. Annual revenue is approximately $23 billion. There is no greater purpose and responsibility than serving and helping to safeguard customers, communities and people. For more information, visit g4s.com. In the UK, the company has an extensive network of offices and more than 31,000 employees.