Bid Writer

Palmer McCarthy; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

APMP training available

Job summary

Palmer McCarthy Retained Search is seeking a Senior Bid Writer/Manager to own bids from opportunity through to submission, combining strong writing with bid management and stakeholder engagement.

You will manage end-to-end PQQs, ITTs and tenders, develop persuasive content with senior subject matter experts, and leverage APMP training to strengthen bid processes while enjoying a hybrid work arrangement (4 days from home, 1 day in London).

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid writing or bid management environments.
• Strong tender, PQQ and ITT experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• The confidence to work with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end PQQs, ITTs, tenders and competitive submissions.
• Developing clear, persuasive and commercially focused bid responses.
• Working with senior stakeholders and SMEs to develop content.
• Creating bid strategies, response plans and win themes.
• Coordinating bid production, reviews, governance and final submissions.
• Managing deadlines and priorities with attention to detail.
• Challenging and improving existing content for tailored submissions.
• Contributing to bid process improvements and best practices.

Skills

Bid writing

Bid management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

APMP certification

Job description

Bid Writer / Manager

£60,000 Hybrid: 4 days WFH / 1 day London

Palmer McCarthy Retained Search

Are you an experienced Bid Writer or Bid Manager looking for a senior opportunity where you can make a genuine impact, develop your skills and be part of an established, supportive bid function?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established bid team, reporting to a highly experienced and supportive Head of Bids. The team has a strong track record and is focused on producing high-quality, commercially compelling submissions that help the business win new work.

There is also APMP training available, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced bid professional looking to strengthen their formal bid management credentials and continue their professional development.

The Role

As Senior Bid Writer / Manager, you will take ownership of bids from opportunity through to submission, combining strong writing skills with effective bid management and stakeholder engagement.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing end-to-end PQQs, ITTs, tenders and competitive submissions.

• Developing clear, persuasive and commercially focused bid responses.

• Working with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop compelling content.

• Creating bid strategies, response plans and win themes.

• Coordinating bid production, reviews, governance and final submissions.

• Managing multiple deadlines and priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

• Challenging and improving existing content to ensure every submission is tailored to the client and opportunity.

• Contributing to the continued development of bid processes, content and best practice.

• Using modern bid technology and AI tools where appropriate to improve efficiency and quality.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer or Bid Manager with a strong track record of producing successful tenders and competitive submissions.

You'll be a confident writer with the ability to turn complex information into clear, persuasive responses, while also being comfortable managing the wider bid process.

You'll ideally have:

• Proven experience in a bid writing or bid management environment.

• Strong tender, PQQ and ITT experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong project management and organisational skills.

• The confidence to work with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts.

• A commercial mindset and understanding of what makes a bid compelling.

• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach.

• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to an established team.

APMP experience or accreditation would be advantageous, but training is available for the right candidate.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established bid team where you will have the support, structure and guidance of an experienced Head of Bids, while still having the autonomy to bring your own ideas and expertise to the role.

You'll benefit from APMP training, genuine professional development and a highly flexible working arrangement of four days from home and one day in London.