Bid Writer

United Living Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in the UK is seeking a Bid Writer to lead and coordinate the entire bid process for new business opportunities. You will ensure proposals are compelling and comply with client requirements while collaborating with sales, finance, and technical teams. The ideal candidate has proven experience in bid writing, excellent communication skills, and project management abilities. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement in bid processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid writer or similar role.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Industry knowledge related to Education / Training is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the end-to-end bid process for new business opportunities.
• Produce high-quality, compelling proposals with cross-functional input.
• Maintain a bid library and templates to streamline future submissions.

Skills

Project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Collaboration across teams

Tools

Bid management software

CRM tools

Job description

Company Description

GTEC partnered with United Living is the UK’s #1 renewables training provider, with over 15 years’ experience upskilling trades people to take advantage of the opportunities presented by low carbon heat and power.

We provide heat pump, solar PV, battery storage, solar thermal, biomass, EV charging and energy efficiency retrofit training from nationwide locations, including our and partner sites.

GTEC delivers industry-recognised qualifications from Awarding Organisations LCL Awards, City & Guilds and OFTEC, covering renewables and supporting electrical, plumbing and oil qualifications.

All of our centres feature state-of-the-art training rigs and we also offer bespoke on-site training for larger organisations.

Job Description

The Bid writer will lead and coordinate the end-to-end bid process for new business opportunities, ensuring that all proposals are compelling, compliant, and delivered on time. This role involves collaborating closely with sales, technical, finance, and legal teams to develop winning bids that meet client requirements and align with company strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle from funding opportunity identification to submission and post-bid review.
• Coordinate input from cross-functional teams (sales, technical, finance, legal, operations) to produce high-quality, compelling proposals.
• Ensure all bids comply with client requirements, internal policies, and deadlines.
• Maintain a bid library and templates to streamline future submissions.
• Lead bid review meetings and contribute to decision-making processes.
• Track bid performance and provide regular reports on bid success rates and pipeline status.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders to gather insights for future bids.
• Drive continuous improvement in bid processes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid writer or similar role.
• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Familiarity with bid management software and CRM tools is an advantage.
• Industry knowledge related to Education / Training would be an advantage but not essential.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness
• Leadership and team coordination
• Time management and organization
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Client-focused mindset