Bid Writer / Manager

We are looking for a Bid Writer / Manager to join our our Social Sector Contracts Team, meeting tight deadlines whilst producing high quality compliant submissions. This is a brand new, permanent and full-time position which is based from one of our contract hubs, with home working. 

What will I be doing as a Bid Writer / Manager ?

• Compiling and creating bespoke high quality bid responses with the aim of securing business tenders within the Contract Social Sector team
• Preparation of high-quality responses for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ’s), Invitation to tender (ITT’s) and case studies
• Ensure that win themes are articulated in a way to meet or exceed clients requirements
• Manage the overall submission and re-tender of frameworks
• Working with your stakeholders across the Social Sector Contract team
• Provide support to the business development function as needed in line with business strategy and take ownership of ad-hoc projects
• Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant
• Obtain, review and edit information received from subject matter experts
• Managing deadlines to ensure they are met

What do I need to qualify for this role?

• Previous experience of responding to tenders and bid writing
• Experience working in or with the social sector.
• Proven ability in planning, compiling and delivering compliant bids
• Experience of working in a busy multi activity level environment
• Experience of writing bespoke bid responses to tenders
• Experience of building relationships at all levels with a collaborative approach
• Comfortable working independently
• Meticulous and detail-oriented with a conscientious approach.
• Self-motivated and highly organised.
• Experience and communication skills to be able to build relationships at all levels.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Free onsite car parking when working in the office.
• Staff Discount.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.

How to apply

Good luck with your application.  Before you apply, please speak to your manager, so that they are aware of your interest in this role.  You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application.  Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change.  If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager, Alex Worsley or, Holly Gibbins, Recruitment Advisor.