Bid Writer

Job Type: Full-time
Location: West Lothian
Salary: 35,000 to 45,000 per annum

Reed Recruitment is excited to offer an opportunity to join a dynamic bid team within a forward-thinking organisation. We are seeking a Bid Writer with a flair for creative writing and a talent for producing compelling proposals, particularly for social housing, local authority, and commercial clients. If you have a knack for translating technical information into clear, persuasive content and are driven by customer excellence, this role is for you.

Day to Day of the role:

Coordinate with internal teams to develop and write bespoke, high-quality PQQ and ITT submissions.
Write clear, focused, and logical proposal material, maintaining consistency of style, brand, and tone.
Translate technical information into written proposals for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Communicate key benefits through compelling proposals and presentations.
Produce case studies and gather evidence to support submissions.
Review responses against scoring matrices and criteria.
Maintain the bid pipeline and reporting process.
Support the business development team with marketing literature and proposal submissions.
Promote customer excellence throughout the bid process.
Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Degree level education or equivalent experience.
Construction and/or bid background is desirable.
APMP membership is a plus.
Strong creative writing skills.
Experience with electronic tender platforms.
Advanced MS Word skills, with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and knowledge of InDesign and Illustrator.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Good business acumen and understanding of the bid process.
Experience in proposals, bids, and tender writing within a fast-paced environment.
Desktop publishing skills.
Knowledge of the energy/environmental and/or construction sectors.
Self-driven, results-oriented with a clear focus on customer satisfaction.
Good planning skills and able to self-assess performance.
Reliable, tolerant, and empathetic team player.
Well-presented, businesslike, and pays attention to detail.
Ability to challenge, be assertive, and articulate.
Enthusiastic, adaptable, analytical, and logical.
Self-reliant, organised, encouraging, persuasive, and flexible to attend meetings/forums.

Benefits:

Competitive salary within the range of 35,000 to 45,000 per annum.
Opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team.
Professional development and career progression.
Please include any additional benefits here.

A Disclosure Check/DBS may be required for this position.

To apply for the Bid Writer role, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.