Senior Bid Writer

Senior Bid Writer

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Location: Essex (Office working)
Key Feature: Lead and shape high-impact bids within the fire and electrical compliance services sector

We are working with an exciting and fast-growing fire and electrical compliance company, known for its innovative approach and over 40 years of experience. With a strong reputation for delivering services to Housing Associations and Local Authorities across London and the South-East, our client is now looking for a Senior Bid Writer to join their high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company committed to growth and excellence.

The Senior Bid Writer will:

• Craft well-written proposals for fire and electrical compliance services in the public sector.
• Lead and manage the tender process from kickoff to submission.
• Rework and improve existing content to align with new bids.
• Collaborate with senior management, providing strategic advice on bids and market opportunities.
• Coach and develop junior team members to elevate the overall bid team performance.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience in bid writing, particularly in public sector procurement within an SME contractor.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills, capable of handling multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A problem-solving attitude, able to gather information and improve tender responses.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package, including 23 days holiday (rising to 25), with the option to buy and sell holidays.
• Access to a flexible working arrangement upon agreement.
• Pension scheme and a comprehensive wellbeing program, including virtual GP service.
• Opportunity for career progression, with access to in-house training and e-learning platforms.
• Retail discount schemes to support your lifestyle.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment free from discrimination, where all decisions are based on merit.

Apply now to take your career to the next level with a pioneering company!