Bid Writer / Bid Executive

Hayward Hawk; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development and Bid Executive in Belfast. This role focuses on writing tenders and strategic communications, requiring strong writing skills and a minimum of 3 years' experience in communications or business development. Candidates should have a relevant degree and demonstrate versatility in writing styles. Competitive salary and a dynamic team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in communications, business development or bid writing.
• Evidence of crafting professional content for diverse audiences.
• Versatility in writing style and tone.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation of pre-qualification questionnaires and formal tender submissions.
• Coordinate across departments to gather information for bids.
• Craft scripts and articles for events and communications.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Creative thinking

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or related discipline

Job description

Hayward Hawk are delighted to be recruiting for a Business Development and Bid Executive with excellent writing skills to take a role in the delivery of strategic communications, writing tenders and client engagement initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Lead creation of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and formal tender submissions.

• Create knowledge library/bank for internal use.

• Coordinate across departments and external partners to gather and collate information. Maintain a live content library for bids, ensuring accurate and current data is readily accessible.

• Craft scripts, speeches, and thought leadership articles for events, sponsorships, and high-profile speaking engagements.

• Support the delivery of public relations materials, reviewing and editing press releases and media communications.

• Design and implement internal messaging strategies across intranet, email, and internal campaigns.

What We Are Looking For

• Very strong writing skills

• Highly self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Creative thinker with a strong sense of narrative and tone. Strong interpersonal skills – able to work collaboratively across diverse teams. Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

What You'll Need

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a relevant communications, business development, or bid writing role

• Evidence of crafting professional content for internal and external audiences

• A diverse portfolio that demonstrates versatility in writing style and tone

• A degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related discipline would be preferred

• Exposure to or experience within professional services environment