Bid Writer – Charity / Third Sector

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity-focused organization based in the UK is seeking a Bid Writer to help secure funding for charitable causes. This home-based role involves preparing funding bids and working closely with clients to develop proposals. You will need proven experience in bid writing, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines efficiently.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Remote working with occasional travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing successful funding bids in the charity or third sector.
• Strong written communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit high-quality funding bids and proposals.
• Work with clients to develop tailored funding ideas.
• Manage deadlines and ensure applications meet requirements.

Skills

Writing funding bids

Written communication

Organisational skills

Independent working

Teamwork skills

Competency with Microsoft Office

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Bid Writer – Charity / Third Sector, maidstone

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Client:

Hatched Recruitment

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you experienced in writing funding bids for charities or not-for-profits? Do you understand what it takes to produce clear, persuasive applications that secure funding? If so, this could be the role for you.

We’re working with an organisation that supports charities across the UK with their fundraising. You’ll join a small, focused team, mainly working from home with occasional travel to client sites.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit high-quality funding bids and proposals for a range of charitable clients
• Work with clients to develop tailored funding ideas that meet their needs
• Manage deadlines and ensure all applications meet funders’ requirements
• Communicate regularly with clients and internal team members

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience writing successful funding bids in the charity or third sector
• Strong written communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings
• Competent with Microsoft Office

What you’ll get:

• Bonus Scheme
• Remote working with occasional travel

Location: Fully remote – UK

This is a home-based role with occasional travel required (typically only 1–2 times per year).

Please note: Due to charity regulations, applicants must be based in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland.

If you want to use your bid writing skills to help charities secure funding, please apply