Bid Writer

Loughborough
1 year ago
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We are recruiting for a Bid Writer for a progressive company based on the outskirts of Leicestershire.

Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum depending on experience.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Company benefits

· Competitive salary and benefits package.

· Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

· A collaborative and supportive work environment.

· Free Parking

· Bonus Scheme

· BUPA Private Mental Health

· WFH Possibilities

As a Bid Writer, you will be responsible for preparing, writing, and managing high-quality bids and proposals to secure contracts within the construction and passive fire protection sectors. Your expertise will play a critical role in showcasing our capabilities, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

· Research and analyse tender requirements, ensuring a clear understanding of client needs.

· Develop and produce well-structured, persuasive, and tailored bid responses, proposals, and supporting documentation.

· Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information for bids.

· Manage bid time lines and submission deadlines, ensuring all materials are completed and submitted on time.

· Maintain and update a library of standard bid content, templates, and case studies for future use.

· Proofread and edit bid documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.

About you:

· Proven experience as a Bid Writer, preferably within the construction or passive fire protection industry.

· Strong understanding of tender processes, including public sector frameworks and private sector contracts.

· Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.

· Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools.

· Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in construction and passive fire protection is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Degree in a related field.

· Association of Proposal Management Professional certification or equivalent is advantageous.

· Familiarity with CRM systems and bid management software.

For more information, please contact Rebecca on (phone number removed), if you are an experienced Bid Writer looking for a role within a leading provider in the Construction and Passive Fire Protection sector then please apply.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group

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