Senior Bid Writer

Capita; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Homeworking

Job summary

Capita is seeking a Senior Bid Writer to own storytelling and the written quality of bids from strategy through final submission. You will work with a dedicated bid team, shaping how Capita’s solution is positioned and ensuring high-quality, compliant submissions.

Role requires experience in large-scale, public sector bids, exceptional editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple contributors under tight deadlines. Remote working is supported with client travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading written responses for complex, high-value bids.
• Outstanding writing and storytelling with ability to shape content direction.
• Ability to interpret technical information and translate it into clear narrative.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of clear, client-focused proposal content aligned to win strategy.
• Storyboard responses with Capture Directors to position Capita’s solution.
• Turn technical SME input into persuasive narrative and ensure consistency across submissions.
• Edit and refine content under tight deadlines and coach contributors on proposal best practice.

Skills

Storytelling

Editing

Proposal writing

Stakeholder management

APMP familiarity

Tools

APMP knowledge

Job description

If you’re a Senior Bid Writer who thrives on complex, high‑value bids, where the quality of the story genuinely influences the outcome, this is a role where your expertise will really stand out.Job title:Senior Bid WriterJob Description:Flexibility to travel for client or team meetings and events is required.This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.Why this role is differentYou’ll sit within Capita’s Win Centre, a centralised specialist function supporting some of the largest and most strategically important public sector opportunities in the organisation. These include multi‑million‑pound pursuits, long cycle bids and complex, multi‑workstream programmes that require clear thinking, persuasive storytelling and absolute attention to detail.This is not a copy‑and‑paste environment. It’s a role for Senior Bid Writers who enjoy shaping the narrative, applying judgement, and owning the written quality of high‑stakes submissions.The roleAs a Senior Bid Writer, you’ll take ownership of the storytelling and written quality of bids from early strategy through to final submission, working as part of a dedicated bid team led by experienced Capture DirectorsYou’ll be responsible for:Leading the development of clear, compelling and client focused proposal content aligned to the win strategyStoryboarding responses in partnership with Capture Directors, shaping how Capita’s solution is positionedTurning complex technical input from SMEs into persuasive, easy to understand narrativeOwning writing quality from end-to-end, ensuring consistency, compliance and impact across submissionsEditing, reviewing and refining content to a high professional standard under tight deadlinesCoaching contributors on proposal best practice and improving overall bid writing capabilityYou’ll work closely with Bid Managers, Capture Directors and Solutions teams within a structured, collaborative bid environment, contributing to some of Capita’s most high-profile pursuits.What we’re looking forThis role will suit an experienced Senior Bid Writer who takes pride in quality, enjoys working at pace, and wants exposure to large-scale, high‑value bids.You’ll bring:Proven experience leading the written responses for complex, high‑value proposals, ideally within public sector or similarly regulated environmentsOutstanding writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the confidence to shape content directionThe ability to interpret technical information and apply judgement rather than relying on boilerplate contentStrong stakeholder management skills, with confidence working with senior contributors and SMEsExceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain quality under pressureExperience of Central Government, long‑cycle public sector bids is highly desirable, though not essential, as is familiarity with APMP methodologies or best practice.About Capita GrowthOur Growth Function is one of Capita’s central functions and is redesigning how we do business. We’re improving and standardising our sales processes, and creating consistency in training, technology and knowledge sharing. We’re also multi-lingual, multi-functional and multi-talented. Join us and discover better as you empower our sales teams to focus on developing our business.What’s in it for youA competitive basic salary up to £65,000 depending on experienceA win related commission structure with genuinely high earning potential, rewarding your contribution to successful, high value bidsThe opportunity to work on high-profile, complex public sector bids that genuinely matterA role with real ownership over quality and narrative, not just document productionHomeworking, with some client travel where requiredClear development pathways within a growing, specialist functionUnlock Your Potential with CapitaAt Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valuedWhat we hope you’ll do next:Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.Equal OpportunitiesAt Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [e-mail] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - [e-mail]:Home-Based - GBR,United KingdomTime Type:Full timeContract Type:Fixed Term (Fixed Term)