Bid Writer

Overview

First Response Group is seeking a Bid Writer to lead the development and coordination of compelling, compliant, and competitive bid submissions. Based in our Wembley office, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to produce high-quality proposals that drive business growth.

• Lead and manage the end-to-end bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification and qualification through to submission and post-bid review.
• Develop clear, compelling, and client-focused bid responses that effectively communicate key value propositions, differentiators, and win strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and senior stakeholders, to gather insights and produce high-quality, competitive submissions.
• Ensure all bids are fully compliant with client requirements, tender specifications, and regulatory standards, maintaining exceptional attention to detail throughout.
• Coordinate and facilitate bid planning activities, including storyboarding sessions, internal reviews, and approval processes.
• Maintain and continuously improve bid libraries, templates, and standard content to enhance efficiency, consistency, and best practice.
• Work closely with commercial teams to support the development of competitive, commercially sound pricing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective communication and ongoing business development.
• Monitor bid outcomes, analyse win/loss data, and apply insights to improve future performance and success rates.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations, pitches, and clarification responses as part of the bid process.
• Manage multiple bids concurrently, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining consistently high standards of quality.

• Proven experience in bid writing, proposal development, or bid management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to simplify complex information into clear, engaging content.
• Resilient under pressure, adaptable to shifting priorities, and committed to meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams and building trust with stakeholders.