Bid Writer & Business Development Support Coordinator

Webber Hughes Ltd; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Webber Hughes Ltd is seeking a Bid Writer & Business Development Co-ordinator to lead tender writing and drive new business opportunities within the health and social care sector. The role involves managing the bid lifecycle, coordinating with senior stakeholders and maintaining a compliant content library.

You will support market research, develop BD collateral, and assist with CRM and pipeline management, contributing to the company’s growth and reputation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in tender writing, bid management or business development, ideally within health and social care or regulated sectors.
• Proven track record of producing successful bid submissions.
• Excellent written communication skills with ability to write clearly and persuasively within word limits.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, able to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, writing and submission of tender responses for local authority, NHS and private sector commissioners, focusing on homecare and domiciliary care contracts.
• Manage full bid lifecycle from opportunity identification to submission and post-tender feedback.
• Maintain a library of bid content, case studies, policies and quality statements, ensuring current and compliant materials.
• Coordinate responses across internal stakeholders, ensuring submissions are accurate and evidence-based.
• Track tender pipeline activity, win rates and outcomes; monitor procurement portals for opportunities.

Skills

Tender writing

Bid management

Business development

Microsoft Office

CRM administration

Public sector portals

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

APMP Foundation

Education

APMP Foundation

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Bid Writer & Business Development Co-ordinator

Our client is a growing provider of complex care and domiciliary care, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals and communities. As the organisation continues to expand, they are looking for an experienced and driven Tender Writer & Business Development Co-ordinator to support their growth and help secure new business opportunities.

This is a varied and influential role, combining high-quality tender writing with business development support. You will take ownership of the tender pipeline, identify and respond to new contract opportunities, and produce compelling, evidence-based submissions that reflect the organisation’s values, expertise and quality of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, writing and submission of high-quality tender responses for local authority, NHS and private sector commissioners, with a particular focus on homecare and domiciliary care contracts.
• Manage the full bid lifecycle, from identifying opportunities through to submission and post-tender feedback.
• Maintain a library of bid content, case studies, policies and quality statements, ensuring all material remains current and compliant.
• Co-ordinate responses across internal stakeholders, including Registered Managers, clinical leads and the senior leadership team, ensuring submissions are accurate, consistent and evidence-based.
• Track and report on tender pipeline activity, win rates and outcomes.
• Monitor procurement portals and relevant sector publications to identify new opportunities.

Business Development Support

• Support the BD team with presentations, pitches and proposals for new business opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform BD strategy and positioning.
• Assist with the development of BD collateral, including capability statements, service brochures and one-pagers.
• Support CRM administration and pipeline tracking, ensuring business development activity is accurately recorded.
• Contribute to relationship management activity with commissioners, ICBs and procurement leads.
• Maintain and update our client’s presence across relevant procurement and supplier portals, ensuring accreditations, policies and company information are accurate and up to date.
• Monitor portal notifications, deadlines and re-accreditation requirements.
• Liaise with relevant internal teams to gather documentation and approvals required for portal compliance.

Events & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the BD team in planning and delivering external events, including commissioner days, networking events and sector conferences.
• Represent our client at relevant events, building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate event logistics, including venues, materials, delegate communications and post-event follow-up.
• Contribute content and ideas to our client’s external profile, including award submissions, sector publications and LinkedIn activity.

About You

• 3–5 years' experience in tender writing, bid management or business development, ideally within health and social care, homecare or another regulated sector.
• A demonstrable track record of producing successful bid submissions.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly, persuasively and within strict word limits.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience using public sector procurement portals to identify, track and respond to tender opportunities.
• Ability to interpret complex tender specifications and translate requirements into high-quality written responses.
• Confident working cross-functionally and engaging with senior stakeholders to gather information and evidence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, with business insurance.
• Experience within domiciliary care, complex care or community healthcare services.
• Familiarity with CQC regulatory requirements and quality frameworks relevant to homecare.
• Knowledge of local authority and NHS commissioning processes.
• Experience supporting or co-ordinating BD events.
• Exposure to CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
• APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) Foundation or equivalent qualification.

What we offer

• A genuinely values-led organisation where quality of care comes first.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Hybrid working, with flexibility between home and our head office.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on the company's growth and reputation.
• Ongoing professional development and support.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.