External Funding Bid Writer - Ref: RT03325

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Walsall is seeking an External Funding Bid Writer to secure resources for community projects. The role involves crafting winning funding bids and collaborating with partners to drive economic regeneration. Strong writing and partnership skills are essential. This is a fixed-term position until March 2027, with a closing date for applications on 24th September 2025.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Opportunity to impact community projects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and writing significant winning funding bids with a variety of funders.
• Superb partnership-building skills and a talent for bringing people together.
• Outstanding written, communication and negotiation skills, with a sharp eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Spotting funding opportunities and supporting project development.
• Collaborating with project managers to develop compelling funding bids.
• Reviewing grant agreements and tracking project impacts.

Skills

Experience writing funding bids

Project development passion

Partnership-building skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

External Funding Bid Writer - Ref: RT03325

Grade: G10; £45,091 - £50,269

Shape the Future of Our Borough - Fixed Term Until 31/03/2027 - with potential for extension.

Are you ready to make a real impact and transform our community? We’re on the lookout for a passionate and talented External Funding Bid Writer to join our forward-thinking team and help drive economic regeneration across our borough.

• Hybrid working: Enjoy flexibility with the option to work primarily remotely.
• Exciting projects: Tackle a diverse range of priorities, from regeneration to green space, health, culture and heritage.
• Collaborative environment: Work with colleagues across the Council and partner with inspiring organisations in the public, private and voluntary and community sector.
• Direct impact: Secure external resources and funding that make a lasting difference where it matters most.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience developing and writing significant winning funding bids with a variety of funders—Lottery providers, government departments, and more.
• A passion for project development.
• Superb partnership-building skills and a talent for bringing people together.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting and meet tight deadlines with the support of a friendly team.
• Outstanding written, communication and negotiation skills, with a sharp eye for detail.

Day to day impact

• Spotting the latest funding opportunities, briefing colleagues/partners and supporting teams to develop project ideas into quality proposals.
• Collaborating with project managers and finance experts to develop compelling funding bids.
• Supporting the creation of robust project plans and supporting bid documents.
• Reviewing grant agreements and monitoring requirements
• Handing over successful bids for implementation and tracking your impact as projects come to life.
• Fielding funder queries and navigating the journey from idea to delivery.

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping our future! The position runs until March 2027, with the potential for extension depending on our funding success.

Ready to take the next step? For an informal chat, reach out to Rachel Henley, Senior External Funding Bid Writer, at [e-mail] or call 01922 653035.

Apply now and help us turn ambition into achievement!

Closing date for applications: 24th September 2025

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Information for Applicants

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.See our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

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