Full job descriptionJR357: Bid Writer
Location: Leatherhead Office/Hybrid
Salary: £41,223 Per Annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking a Bid Writer to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality, compliant and compelling tenders and proposals across public and private sector opportunities, coordinating internal stakeholders and ensuring submissions are delivered to a high standard and within agreed deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
*Lead and support the preparation of tenders and proposals from qualification through to submission.
*Develop clear, persuasive and client-focused tender responses.
*Research and tailor existing content to meet individual client requirements.
*Coordinate with internal teams and subject matter experts to gather accurate information.
*Manage bid plans, deadlines, actions and submission requirements.
*Review and quality-check bids to ensure accuracy, compliance and consistency.
*Maintain and develop a library of reusable bid content, case studies and supporting evidence.
*Review previous submissions and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
*Conduct relevant market and competitor research to support bid positioning.
*Support wider business development, marketing and administrative activities as required.
Skills and Qualifications:
*Degree educated with a minimum 2:1 in a relevant subject.
*Proven experience supporting or leading tender applications and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
*Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
*Strong research, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
*Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
*Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
*Commercial awareness and a proactive, solution-focused approach.
*Experience working across multiple teams and influencing without formal authority.
*Experience in social housing or the public sector is desirable.
*Tender portal experience is desirable.
*APMP qualification is desirable.
JR357: Bid Writer
Location: Leatherhead Office/Hybrid
Salary: £41,223 Per Annum