Bid/Copy Writer

Meridian Business Support; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Eastleigh is seeking a skilled Bid Writer to collaborate with the Tender Manager and experts in crafting competitive bids. This role requires proven experience in bid writing ideally within construction or civil engineering, along with a strong grasp of tendering law and outstanding writing skills. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £59,965, private medical cover, and a hybrid working model, offering flexibility between working from home and the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £59,965

Bonus scheme

Private medical cover

Pension contributions

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid writing within plant hire, construction, or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of legislation relevant to tendering processes.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with bid team during RFI, PQQ, and ITT phases.
• Review tender documents for high-scoring submissions.
• Write persuasive narratives tailored to client needs.

Skills

Bid writing

Understanding tendering processes

Writing and editing skills

Familiarity with procurement platforms

Proficient in AI tools

Education

APMP qualification

Tools

Achilles

Ariba

Jaggaer Bravo Solutions

Job description

About the Role

If you thrive on writing persuasive narratives and collaborating across teams, this is your chance to influence success at every stage of the tender process.

You’ll work closely with the Tender Manager and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality, competitive bids that win.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the bid team during RFI, PQQ, and ITT phases to develop winning strategies.

Review tender documents and produce professional, high-scoring submissions.

Liaise with subject matter experts and analyse external data to strengthen responses.

Write persuasive, well-structured narratives tailored to client needs.

Drive improvements in tender processes and proactively address gaps.

Qualifications

Proven experience in bid writing (plant hire, construction, civil engineering, water, or similar industries preferred).

Strong understanding of tendering processes and legislation (Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016, Public Contracts Regulations 2015).

Familiarity with procurement platforms (Achilles, Ariba, Jaggaer Bravo Solutions).

Excellent writing, editing, and proof‑reading skills.

Proficient in AI tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT.

APMP qualification (desirable).

Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £59,965 + bonus scheme
• Private medical cover & Medicash scheme
• Pension contributions based on total earnings
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid Working

Hybrid working (2 days WFH, 3 days office)