Bid Writer 
Location: Essex (covering the South East)
Salary: Up to £60k + package

An exciting opportunity has arisen with one of our clients – a well-established and rapidly growing contractor operating in the property services sector. They are currently recruiting for a Bid Writer to join their dynamic and collaborative team.

This is cruicial role for the business as you'll play a pivotal role in securing high-value contracts and shaping the future direction of the business. You will work closely with subject matter experts, senior leaders, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality bid submissions.

Key Responsibilities of the Bid Writer:

• Develop innovative, value-adding bid strategies aligned with the company’s growth ambitions

• Write, edit, and produce persuasive bid content, including both text and graphics

• Manage the end-to-end bid process, championing best practice in planning, organisation, and brand alignment

• Support the skills development of junior team members

• Coordinate bid input across departments alongside bid administration support

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of bid processes and strategy

• Build strong relationships across the organisation to ensure seamless collaboration

• Engage in client feedback processes and CRM activities to support continuous improvement

What the Bid Writer needs:

• Experience in a similar role, with a strong track record in successful bid writing and management

• Exceptional written English and attention to detail

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with senior leadership

• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple deadlines under pressure

• Creativity, proactivity, and a strategic mindset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential

• Background in construction, maintenance, energy or similar sectors is highly desirable

Personal attributes for the Bid Writer:

• Confident and diplomatic communicator

• Calm under pressure with a can-do attitude

• Enthusiastic, flexible, and highly motivated

• A keen eye for corporate presentation and document styling
  
  

If the role sounds of interest, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.