Location: Essex
Pay: £40,000 - £55,000
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Bid Writer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with strong written communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience preparing compelling bid and tender submissions.
Working closely with the Partnerships Manager and wider operational teams, you will be responsible for producing high-quality, compliant, and persuasive bid responses that support the continued growth of the business.
You will be joining a collaborative bid team consisting of:
1 Bid Coordinator
1 Full-Time Bid Writer
1 Part-Time Junior Bid WriterReporting directly to the Partnerships Manager, you will play a key role in managing and delivering submissions across a range of opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Writing, editing, and submitting high-quality bids and tender responses
Reviewing tender documentation and interpreting client requirements
Producing clear, compelling, and compliant written content
Collaborating with internal stakeholders to gather technical and operational information
Managing multiple deadlines and ensuring timely submissions
Proofreading and quality-checking bid content before submission
Maintaining and updating bid libraries, templates, and supporting documents
Supporting continuous improvement of bid processes and documentation
Experience & Skills Required
Essential
Minimum 1 year's experience in a Bid Writer role
OR
Minimum 3 years' experience in a Bid Coordinator role
Excellent written English and proofreading skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
Desirable
Previous experience within the construction industry
Experience working on public and/or private sector tenders
Understanding of bid management processes and frameworks
Salary description
£40000.00 - £55000.00 per year