Bid Writer

Compass UK & Ireland; Bournville; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent bid management company in the UK seeks a Bid Writer to craft compelling proposals that drive success. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of writing experience, a strong portfolio, and expertise in Microsoft Office. This hybrid role offers a chance to blend creativity with strategy while working in a dynamic team environment. Join us to transform bids into winning stories and maximize impact.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Creative role blending writing and strategy

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional writing / editing experience.
• Portfolio of winning bids or proposals.
• Expert-level writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong Word + Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Craft pitches and proposals that are clear and compelling.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts for insights.
• Polish bid sections and ensure high scores.
• Mentor teammates on writing techniques.
• Maintain a knowledge library for proposal content.

Skills

Writing/editing

Communication

Detail-oriented

Project management

Persuasion

Education

English / Journalism degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bid Writer Wanted - Wordsmiths, Strategists & Storytellers Apply Within

Hybrid (Home + Birmingham & Chertsey Head office)

Reports to : Solutions Director (a.k.a. your partner-in-bid-crime)

Team : Healthcare, & ESS - Sales & Retention

The Mission

We're not just looking for a writer. We want a persuasion powerhouse. Someone who can turn "meh" into "must-have," and proposals into winning stories that seal the deal.

As our Bid Writer, you'll :

• Wrangle words and craft pitches that shine.
• Juggle projects across the whole bid lifecycle.
• Team up with experts across the business (and challenge them when needed).
• Shape ideas into slick, client-winning documents that are clear, compliant, and impossible to ignore.
• Obsess over technical scoring, making sure every answer ticks all the boxes and maximises points.

Think : research meets storytelling meets project management with a sprinkle of creative flair.

What You’ll Actually Do (aka not boring bullet points but the juicy bits)

• Bring fresh energy into sales and retention strategy sessions.
• Turn technical jargon into compelling, client-focused solutions.
• Work hand-in-hand with SMEs to draw out insights that put the customer first.
• Own your bid sections, polish them, and make sure every answer sparkles and scores.
• Build a knowledge library of killer content (so we’re not reinventing the wheel every time).
• Mentor teammates on how to write like a pro.
• Add visuals, infographics, and smart layouts to make proposals pop.
• Keep calm under pressure and still deliver on time, every time.

Who You Are

• Ambitious, curious, and a natural relationship-builder.
• A confident communicator who knows how to persuade without the hard sell.
• A detail-obsessed writer who still sees the big picture.
• Someone who thrives in a multi-player game (aka cross-functional team chaos).
• Bold enough to challenge ideas, but kind enough to bring people with you.

The Essentials

• 3+ years of professional writing / editing experience.
• A portfolio of winning bids or proposals (the bigger the better).
• Expert-level writing, editing, and proofreading chops.
• Strong Word + Microsoft Office skills.
• Cool under pressure, clear under complexity.
• Willing to travel when duty calls.

Bonus Points (but not dealbreakers)

• Experience with £25m+ bids (especially public sector).
• Familiar with Shipley / Bid Perfect or similar bid methodologies.
• Background in FM, construction, or professional services.
• English / Journalism degree (or A-Level English A grade).
• A dash of design skills.

Why Join Us?

• Shape proposals that directly win big contracts.
• Flex your creativity in a role that blends writing + strategy + design.
• Work with smart, ambitious teammates who value your ideas.
• Do hybrid working (home days + buzzing Birmingham HQ).

If you’re ready to turn bids into winning stories, draw out customer-focused solutions, and make every evaluator say "full marks," we want you on our team.

Apply now and let’s start writing success together.