Bid Writer

Analytical Services International Ltd; Nuneaton; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based organization is seeking a Bid Writer to join their Commercial team, focusing on producing high-quality written proposals. The role requires 3+ years’ experience in bid writing, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. The candidate will support the bid process and collaborate with multiple teams. This position offers a hybrid working model and various company benefits, including pension and healthcare.

Benefits

Company pension

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in bid writing, preferably within Cyber Security or IT Services.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the bid process, coordinating input from teams.
• Produce customer-focused written content for bids.
• Conduct research into competitors and client requirements.

Skills

Bid writing

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Bid Writer – Job Description

Department: Commercial
Reports to: Head of Bid Management
Location: Hybrid – with flexibility for remote working
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £37,000 - £45,000

About us: We are a UK-based organisation specialising in cyber security, managed security, and digital forensics services, supporting clients across both public and private sectors.

We are seeking a motivated and capable Bid Writer to join our Commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a bid professional with 3+ years of experience who is looking to develop their career within the Cyber Security and Digital Forensics sector.

You will play a key role in producing high-quality written proposals that support our growth ambitions across a wide range of services, including Penetration Testing, Managed Security Services, and Risk Management. Working closely with the Bid Manager and Head of Bid Management, you will help deliver persuasive, compliant, and well-structured tenders that showcase our technical expertise and value to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end bid process, coordinating input from technical, delivery, and commercial teams to ensure timely and compliant submissions.
• Produce compelling, well-structured, and customer-focused written content for PQQs, ITTs, and RFPs.
• Monitor and manage the tenders inbox, logging new opportunities and assisting with the bid/no-bid decision process.
• Assist in developing win strategies and value propositions under the guidance of the Head of Bid Management and Bid Manager.
• Maintain and improve the bid library, including case studies, CVs, and template responses.
• Conduct research into competitors, market trends, and client requirements to inform bid narratives.
• Track and report on bid progress, supporting the analysis of performance metrics and lessons learned.
• Ensure all content aligns with our brand and strategic messaging.

Person Specification

• 3+ years’ experience in bid writing, preferably within Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, or IT Services.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to produce clear, concise, and persuasive bid content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, submission portals, and CRM tools.
• Able to translate complex technical input into clear, client-focused narratives.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement processes advantageous.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and committed to developing their career within bid management.

Training and Self Development: Ongoing support and professional development opportunities will be provided to help the successful candidate progress and grow within the role.

Company Benefits

• Company pension
• Healthcare benefits
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

We are all about our people, following an initial successful application, those, progressing to interview will have the opportunity to come into our offices and meet the team. Individuals are the key to our success.

We want to ensure that you are excited to be joining us, as we are for you to be joining us!

Please note

Due to the nature of the role and our work, applicants will be required to be DBS checked, and able to pass a SC/NPPV3 security clearance check.

To gain clearance at these levels there are certain criteria that need to be met. Please think carefully about the questions below and answer them honestly. The answers to these questions do not solely determine if you will be granted clearance, however they are an important part of the criteria. Further information regarding vetting, can be found on the following websites;

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#security-check-sc

Police National Vetting Service | Warwickshire Police