Bid Writer

Verian Business Solutions Ltd; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Verian Business Solutions Ltd is seeking a Bid Writer to drive new and repeat business by crafting high-quality, compliant bid responses across public and private sector opportunities. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, define win themes, and develop persuasive, evidence-led responses.

Joining the business development team offers the chance to shape submissions, engage with multidisciplinary leaders, and contribute to governance, quality, and post-bid reviews to improve win rates.

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline.
• Bid writing track record with tender submissions.
• Ability to work under high pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Health & Safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead bid strategy, win themes and milestones.
• Write persuasive tender responses and reuse assets.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for submission details.
• Ensure governance, quality, and compliance of bids.
• Manage bid knowledge library and post-bid reviews.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Collaboration

Self-motivated leadership

Education

2:1 degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

Salary: £41,223.00

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected property maintenance and installation leader delivering crucial infrastructure and support services across public and private sector markets. They are committed to excellence, innovation, and long-term sustainable growth.

Joining our client’s business development team offers an exciting opportunity to shape major submissions, drive growth, and collaborate with multidisciplinary operational leaders across the organisation.

The Role

As a Bid Writer, you will drive new and repeat business growth by crafting high-quality, compliant, and compelling tenders and proposals. Working across both public and private sector opportunities, you will collaborate with subject matter experts, define clear win themes, and develop persuasive, evidence-led responses.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Strategy & Qualification: Lead the qualification process for new opportunities to evaluate feasibility and strategic fit. Define win themes, key differentiators, and bid action plans with clear milestone deadlines.
• Proposal & Content Development: Write original, persuasive tender responses tailored to specific client needs. Re-work, refine, and update pre-written bid assets to maximise scoring potential.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal operational, technical, commercial, and executive teams to gather precise submission details. Provide regular progress updates to leadership.
• Governance, Quality & Compliance: Conduct rigorous reviews before submission to verify accuracy, completeness, and alignment with client criteria. Maintain structured records of bid outcomes and action plans.
• Bid Knowledge Management: Continually build and maintain a central bid knowledge library containing up-to-date responses, case studies, and evidence packs. Lead post-bid lessons-learned reviews to continuously elevate win rates.
• Market Insights & Thought Leadership: Conduct market research and competitor analysis to sharpen bid positioning. Assist with content creation for internal and external communications, including blogs and business development marketing materials.
• Portal Management Oversight: Support the Bid Coordinator in overseeing administrative activities and managing e-sourcing portals to ensure timely, error-free submissions.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline.
• Bid Writing Track Record: Proven experience leading or supporting tender submissions, engaging subject matter experts, and managing tight submission deadlines.
• High-Pressure Capabilities: Experience thriving within fast-paced, high-volume environments while influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Software Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Health & Safety: General awareness of workplace H&S responsibilities and safe practices.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• APMP Certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional level).
• Experience within social housing or public sector procurement environments.
• Hands-on experience with major e-sourcing/tender portal management.
• Formal H&S training (e.g., IOSH Working Safely).

Key Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Exceptional Communication: Outstanding written English skills with a rich vocabulary and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strategic & Analytical Mindset: Methodical problem solver with strong research capability and commercial awareness.
• Collaborative & Adaptable: Proven ability to build rapport, gather technical inputs smoothly, and maintain composure under tight deadlines.
• Self-Motivated Leader: High degree of personal accountability, drive, and ambition to grow professionally within the business.