2022 Graduate Proposal Analyst - Canberra

Company Description

Be curious. Be the difference.

Leidos makes the world safer, healthier and more efficient through information technology, engineering and science. As a large scale prime systems and services integrator, we turn complex data into usable solutions for our customers. In practical terms, we deliver software applications for a wide range of missions in the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance domain. We provide critical projects to the Department of Defence whilst supporting the IT environment for the Australian Taxation Office. We also maintain legislative websites for a number of governments.

Great ideas are our currency and every person here is encouraged to be curious, open-minded and confident in bringing theirs to the table. No matter who you are or where you work, we make it our mission to make sure that you are enabled to do your best work, be inspired by what you can achieve and the impact you can have. Innovation is a key value and change is constant. So there’s plenty of scopes to think differently, develop and learn in an environment that’s both supportive and constantly evolving. Leidos has made it a key business goal to ensure everyone feels welcome, valued, respected and supported.

All of our graduates are employed on a permanent basis and work on real projects as embedded and productive team member right from the start. At the end of the graduate year, our graduates typically continue to work in the area they started in and further develop their strengths and capabilities. Some may wish to explore other opportunities based on their aspirations and the needs of the business.

Job Description

Your New Role

An average week for a Graduate Proposal Analyst could include a wide range of activities, including:

• Scheduling and facilitating proposal reviews;
• Contributing to the planning and development of proposals;
• Liaising with functional departments and attending meetings to collect and understand information relating to cost, scheduling and performance;
• Facilitating meetings with the team to consider cost, schedule and technical elements in line with proposal specifications;
• Using your analysis and critical thinking skills to review proposals for appropriateness of content and alignment between scope and requirements and;
• Using your proofreading and editing skills to contribute to the production of succinct, well-articulated proposals.

Graduates will be supported to develop their skills and knowledge specific to this role, to ensure they are able to contribute and reach their highest potential. As a Leidos graduate, you will be working on interesting and challenging projects and will take part in a range of training and development opportunities. To support you further throughout the graduate year, and your early career here at Leidos, you will also be assigned a mentor and buddy.

Qualifications

About You and What You'll Bring

This role is ideal for someone who is completing or has recently completed a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline:

• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Bachelor of Law
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Finance

Along with your education and any practical experience, Leidos values individuals who use their initiative and seek to understand the business and develop relationships based on respect.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be required to be Australian Citizens and be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

Applications close 11:59 pm AEST Tuesday 6th April 2021.

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks of paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. We have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions.