Bid Writer

Position: Bid Writer (Permanent)
A market leader in providing rental and manufacturing solutions to the water industry is looking for a Bid Writer!

What’s in it for you?

A salary of £40,000 - £59,695 per annum
A bonus scheme
Strong financial benefits including company bonus scheme, pension contributions based on total earnings and life insurance
Generous time off with 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with long service
Extensive health and wellbeing support including private medical cover, Medicash scheme, EAP, mental health first aiders and 24-hour GP access
Flexible hybrid working (3 days per week on site/2 days per week from home) alongside development opportunities, employee discounts and referral scheme
This role is key to supporting tender activities, crafting compelling responses that highlight the company’s value proposition whilst meeting client requirements.

What you’ll be doing as Bid Writer:

Collaborating with the bid team during RFI, PQQ, and ITT phases to develop win strategies and compelling themes.
Reviewing tender documents and supporting the Tender Manager in producing high-quality submissions aligned with corporate growth strategies.
Maintaining and updating a library of high-quality content, boilerplate responses, and tailored materials.
Writing and editing professional, audience-focused narratives that meet scoring criteria and deliverables.
Proofreading, editing, and quality-checking tender responses to ensure compliance and excellence.
Managing timelines and deadlines throughout the bid process, participating in quality reviews as needed.
We’re looking for a Bid Writer with:

Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Strong communication and organisational abilities, with a proven track record in bid writing.
Industry experience in plant hire, construction, civil engineering, water, or engineering sectors.
Skilled at interpreting tender documents and identifying key criteria for success.
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in procurement platforms (e.g., Achilles, Ariba, Jaggaer Bravo Solutions) and AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT).
Desirable: APMP qualification.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Bid Writer to contribute to a growing, market-leading company.

Apply now to be part of a dynamic team delivering excellence in tender submissions!

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