Lead Bid Technical Writer – EU Institutions

WHO WE ARE Etinars is a values-focused company with multi-year experience, specialized in the recruitment of professionals for niche markets - managing the full-life cycle of specialist and executive level hires. At Etinars, we genuinely care about who you are and what you need. We place great emphasis on fostering robust, enduring connections built upon trust and transparency. Our approach ensures a swift journey, leading you hand in hand towards signing your next career step. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Lead Bid Technical Writer – EU Institutions Join a dynamic and rapidly growing team within a leading organization that works closely with European institutions. We are seeking a hybrid profile combining Author / Technical Writer skills with full-cycle Bid Management (A-Z) capabilities. The ideal candidate will also have flexible availability based on business needs and experience working with European Institutions. In this role, you will lead the preparation of high-quality technical bid proposals and manage the full bid process, primarily in IT, digital, and communication solutions for EU tenders. This position offers the opportunity to drive growth by securing new projects through proposal submissions and stakeholder collaboration within European Institutions. YOUR TASKS You will lead the preparation and submission of high-quality bids for EU tenders, ensuring all requirements are met and proposals are competitive, particularly in response to tenders for European Institutions. You will monitor EU market trends and changes in regulations, assessing tender opportunities to identify the most beneficial for the organization. You will collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders, gathering information to align proposals with the company’s objectives. You will produce compelling and well-structured proposal documents, ensuring they effectively communicate the value of our services. You will manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring their needs are addressed throughout the bidding process. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE To be successful in this role, you will need : You have proven experience in bid management, particularly in preparing responses for EU tenders, especially in the IT and digital sectors. You possess a solid technical understanding of IT or digital services, allowing you to align proposals with client needs. You have strong analytical skills to assess market trends and evaluate opportunities for tender submissions. Your writing skills allow you to produce high-quality, well-structured bid documents. You are proficient in English at a C2 level (or at least C1). Having a working knowledge of French is an advantage. You are a self-starter with the ability to work independently while also collaborating with cross-functional teams effectively. You are flexible and can adapt to varying availability based on the needs of the projects. EXTRA INFORMATION Permanent employment contract, with a leading European technology company. Location : either Luxembourg or Brussels, with flexibility to work on-site. Teleworking : not available initially but could be flexible later. Competitive compensation package with premium benefits. Willingness to travel between Brussels and Luxembourg when necessary. Strategic leadership role with significant impact on the company’s future bid initiatives. A cover letter, submitted with your application, would be a plus Please note that, due to the sensitive nature of the data involved, this position is currently available only to individuals who meet the following criteria : EU Citizens Non-EU Citizens already based in EU with a valid work permit Once we receive your CV, we will take time to evaluate it carefully. Should there be a match for this or any other position at Etinars, we will be in touch with you. In case there is no match now don’t worry, we will make sure to keep your CV in consideration for future vacancies! In Etinars we are committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion Community. If you identify as part of it and you meet the minimum criteria for the job, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities at an interview.