Bid Writer

Job Title: Bid Writer

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 Writer

Reporting 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