Bid Writer

Inception Pro Recruitment; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Inception Pro Recruitment is recruiting a Bid Writer for a Wolverhampton-based role with hybrid working. You’ll own bids from first discussion to submission, turning input into persuasive responses that win contracts and retain customers.

Responsibilities include shaping bid strategy, developing the bid library and improving tools used to pursue opportunities, with two days home and three days in the office possible each week.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills.
• Think strategically with close attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage PQQs and tenders from initial review to final submission, keeping contributors and deadlines on track.
• Write tailored, high-quality responses for public and private sector customers.
• Work with Sales Team and Directors to identify customer priorities and develop a bid approach.
• Lead bid kick-off calls, set timelines and coordinate input from teams.
• Check submissions against customer requirements, internal standards and branding.
• Build and maintain a bid library, improve proposal materials and records.
• Coordinate applications and renewals for accreditations such as Constructionline, Achilles, ALLMI and CLOCS.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisation

Time management

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Bid Writer - Wolverhampton

Location: Wolverhampton - hybrid working

Salary: £38,000-£45,000

Working hours: 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Inception Pro are recruiting for a Bid Writer on behalf of an established, family-owned commercial vehicle business.

About the role

You’ll take ownership of bids from the first discussion through to submission, turning input from colleagues across the business into clear, persuasive responses that help secure new contracts and retain existing customers.

You’ll also help shape the bid strategy, develop the bid library and improve the tools used to pursue future opportunities.

Hybrid working

Flexible hybrid working is available, potentially with two days working from home and three days in the office each week. The business recognises the need for quiet, focused time when preparing bids.

Working from home may begin before probation is completed, with the timing and weekly arrangements to be agreed with the successful candidate.

What you’ll do

• Manage PQQs and tenders from initial review to final submission, keeping contributors and deadlines on track.
• Write tailored, high-quality responses for public and private sector customers.
• Work with the Sales Team and Directors to identify each customer’s priorities and develop a compelling approach to each bid.
• Lead bid kick-off calls, agree timelines and coordinate input from teams across the business.
• Check submissions against customer requirements, internal standards and company branding.
• Build and maintain a bid library, improve proposal materials and keep accurate records.
• Support Account Managers with day-to-day bid queries.
• Coordinate applications and renewals for accreditations such as Constructionline, Achilles, ALLMI and CLOCS.

What you’ll bring

• Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills.
• The ability to think strategically and pay close attention to detail.
• Confidence using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

We welcome candidates with bid-writing experience from sectors such as vehicle or plant hire, highways, utilities, construction, facilities management, transport or logistics. Experience preparing public sector tenders and framework submissions would be particularly relevant.

About the company

Our client provides specialist vehicle hire, fleet solutions and bespoke vehicle services, supporting customers across the public sector, highways and utilities.

The business is an approved supplier on several public sector procurement frameworks, with safety and compliance central to its services.

Work authorisation: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.