Graduate Bid Writer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the field of bid writing seeks a Graduate Bid Writer based in Crawley. You will utilize your excellent communication and writing skills to translate client services into compelling narratives, helping them secure contracts with various organizations. This role offers industry-leading training and various benefits, including flexible working hours and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Performance-based bonus scheme

Company contribution to counselling sessions

Flexible progression into writing specialisms and management roles

Company pension contributions

25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Diligent individuals with excellent communication skills.
• Proactive and well-organized, able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Desire to develop writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients and translating their services into compelling narratives.
• Building long-lasting relationships and contributing to clients' success.
• Supporting clients in bidding for public sector projects.

Skills

Writing with clarity and brevity

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Degree in English Literature, Law, History or related field

Job description

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Graduate Bid Writer, Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Graduate Talent

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you looking to use your writing skills in your career?

Do you want to work for an exciting, fast-growing company?

The Company

A welcoming company that focuses on staff satisfaction, welfare, and personal development. They respect their staff, encourage a friendly office environment, and host regular informal gatherings and outings. You will be part of an excellent team with a reputation for high-quality service.

My client is a rapidly growing Reading-based business specialising in tender writing, bidding, and public procurement. They support their clients in growing their businesses by writing successful bids for new work and contracts.

The Role

We are seeking candidates with excellent writing and communication skills to become bid writers. Your role will involve communicating with clients, understanding their businesses, and translating their service offerings into compelling narratives. You will gain exposure to various organisations (such as charities, consultancy firms, and tier one construction companies) and sectors (including custody and justice; energy and tech; security and defence; health and social care; and civil engineering and construction).

You will support clients in bidding for iconic projects, helping shape public sector services in the UK. Building long-lasting relationships and contributing to your clients' success will be key aspects of your role.

About You

We are looking for diligent individuals who are excellent communicators, proactive, well-organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Adaptability, resilience, a desire to develop writing skills, and teamwork are essential. Candidates with backgrounds in English Literature, Law, History, or other essay-based subjects are encouraged to apply.

Key skills include:

• Writing (reports, articles, essays, etc.) with clarity and brevity
• Effective communication (emails, calls, reports) and relationship-building
• Time management and meeting deadlines

Industry-leading training will be provided by a Senior Bid Consultant, along with ongoing support through weekly 1:1s with a company director and roundtable sessions.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working hours (8am-6pm, with core hours 10am-4pm)
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Company contribution to counselling sessions
• Flexible progression into writing specialisms and management roles
• Company pension contributions
• 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays