Senior Bid Writer

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Senior Bid Writer - Construction, Social Housing & Property Services

Location: Stratford

Salary: £60k - £75k

Contract Type: Full Time (40 hrs/week)

We're looking for a Senior Bid Writer to join our dynamic Bid Team. In this role, you'll take the lead on critical business submissions, working closely with operational leads, commercial teams, and technical experts to deliver compelling, high-quality bids that win work and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead bids from start to finish, including kick-off meetings, writing, and submission
Develop winning strategies aligned with client needs and scoring criteria
Ensure all bids meet governance, compliance, and quality standards
Write, review, and edit persuasive, technically accurate bid responses
Translate complex technical information into clear, client-focused narratives
Coordinate input from stakeholders across the business

What We're Looking For:

In-depth knowledge of bid writing, public sector procurement, and evaluation frameworks
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
Strong project and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, bid software, and CRM tools
5+ years' experience in bid writing, ideally in construction/social housing
Strong writing, editing & stakeholder management skills
Able to translate complex info into clear, winning responses
Organised, detail-focused, and deadline-driven
Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM & bid management tools
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel if required

If you feel this Senior Bid Writer role is for you - please apply directly or call (phone number removed).

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