Bid Writer (Government Framework -IT)

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join their hybrid team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable success in public sector bids and strong technical writing skills. This role requires coordination and collaboration to produce high-quality bid responses. Competitive salary (£80k - £90k) and generous benefits are offered, along with a flexible working model.

Benefits

Generous Benefits

Flexible Working Model

Referral Reward Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in writing winning bids.
• Experience with government frameworks.
• Ability to craft compelling storyboards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate bid responses.
• Ensure high standards of deliverables.
• Collaborate with experts for compelling value propositions.
• Manage stakeholder communication and project governance.

Skills

Experience in large and complex deals

Public sector bid experience

Technical writing skills

Strong copywriting skills

Team mentoring

Education

APMP certification (advantageous)

Job description

Overview

Bid Writer (Government Framework - Infrastructure, Applications and Digital Transformation)
£80k - £90k + Generous Benefits/Bonus
Full Time/Permanent
Hybrid Working
Base office locations to choose from: London, Telford, Abingdon, Birmingham, Bath, Glasgow, Inverness, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Narin, Newbury, Newcastle, Stevenage, Wales Pontypridd, Warrington, Woking and Worthing.
You must be eligible and willing to undergo SC security clearance.

Deerfoot Recruitment is proud to be assisting a leading Global Consultancy in their search for an experienced Technical Bid Writer (Infrastructure, Applications and Digital Transformation) to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and driving complex bids and proposals that have a strategic impact on major business pursuits. This position is offered on a hybrid working model, with flexibility for candidates based anywhere in the UK, and occasional travel as required for collaboration and client engagement.

There will be a requirement to attend the Telford office once per month with overnight stay. You will also work closely with the public sector team who are based in London. Expenses to Telford and any other sites will be reimbursed from the candidate's base office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate bid responses from initial planning through to submission
• Ensure all client deliverables meet high standards of quality, consistency, and strategic alignment
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop compelling pursuit storyboards and value propositions
• Manage stakeholder communication, governance, and budget considerations across complex projects

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Consistent and demonstrable experience of large and/or complex deals in which the quality of written submissions is a key factor in winning the deal.
• Demonstrable experience in winning public sector bids including common government frameworks.
• Broad experience of technical writing, for example on topics such as Infrastructure, Applications and Digital Transformation, blending traditional offerings experience with innovative technologies and approaches.
• Strong copywriting skills applied to technical subject matter and clearly articulating win themes and business value.
• Able to develop junior and inexperienced team members on best practice writing skills.

Desirable skills

• APMP certification would be an advantage but not essential (Association of Proposal Management Professionals)

If you're a skilled Bid Writer looking for your next challenge within a forward-thinking, fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Bid Writer/Proposal Writer/Tender Writer/Bid Author/Proposal Author/Technical Bid Writer/Government Bid Writer/IT Bid Writer/Public Sector Bid Writer/Framework Bid Writer

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn’t right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.