BDO Wave - Copywriter - Port Elizabeth (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) (Port Elizabeth) at BDO South Africa

The Role

• As a Bids & Pursuits Copywriting Co-ordinator, you will support the creation, adaptation, and editing of written content for tenders, proposals, and pursuit documents. You’ll work closely with the BDO WAVE Client Service and Design Teams, as well as UK-based Pursuit Leads and Business Development Managers, to ensure all materials are on-brand, compelling, and accurate.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format copy for tenders, proposals, and pursuit materials under the guidance of senior team members.
• Adapt content to align with BDO UK’s tone of voice and brand guidelines.
• Proofread all written materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, and quality.
• Work with internal stakeholders to gather and clarify information for bids.
• Maintain and update content libraries, templates, and case study repositories.
• Assist in shaping messaging for different audiences and service offerings.
• Learn to confidently engage with senior leaders and C-suite stakeholders to clarify and refine content.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to develop specialist skills in business writing for a leading UK professional services brand.
• Hybrid working model combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• A supportive team environment with training and mentoring opportunities.
• Exposure to international stakeholders and high-profile pursuit projects.
• If you’re a detail-oriented writer eager to learn, ready to work with a global professional services brand, and passionate about winning and developing high-quality bid and pursuit content, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements
Required Skills

• Strong business writing and editing skills, with an ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn about audit, accounting, and advisory services.
• Good organisational skills, able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Eagerness to develop confidence in engaging with senior and executive-level stakeholders.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or related field.

Experience

• 1–2 years’ experience in a writing, communications, marketing, or bids support role (agency or corporate environment).
• Exposure to business writing in professional services or corporate brand writing is advantageous.