Graduate Bid Writer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Graduate Bid Writer to join their fast-growing team in Preston. This role focuses on developing compelling narratives for clients' bids across various sectors. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing and communication skills, with support and training provided to hone their craft and advance their career within the company.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Company pension contributions

25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Company contribution to counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Diligent candidates with excellent communication skills.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to work independently as part of a team.
• Academic backgrounds in English Literature, Law, History, or other essay-based subjects.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients and translating their service offerings into compelling narratives.
• Supporting clients in bidding for iconic public sector projects.
• Building long-lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Time Management

Education

Background in English Literature or similar

Job description

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Graduate Bid Writer, Preston, Lancashire

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Client:

Graduate Talent

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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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 looking for 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. This role offers 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. You will build long-lasting relationships and be invested in your clients' success.

About you

We seek diligent candidates who are excellent communicators, proactive, good at time management, and able to work independently or as part of a team. If you are adaptable, resilient, eager to develop your writing skills, and a team player, we look forward to your application.

Our client values individuals with strong academic and writing backgrounds, developing them into professional bid writers. Candidates often have backgrounds in English Literature, Law, History, or other essay-based subjects.

Apply if you excel at:

• Writing (reports, articles, essays, etc.) and interpreting information clearly and succinctly
• Communication (emails, calls, reports) and building positive relationships with clients
• Time management (meeting deadlines and planning your schedule)

You will receive industry-leading training from a Senior Bid Consultant, along with ongoing support through weekly 1:1s with a company director and roundtable sessions.

• Flexible working hours (8am-6pm, 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