Bid Writer

Sureserve; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Bid Writer - Low Carbon Exchange, part of Sureserve

The Bid Writer will support the growth strategy of LCX. As part of the Sureserve group, we can develop further opportunities and grow the business. Our market sector is seeing rapid growth due to the acceleration of Net-Zero and large quantities of funding being spent, which is bringing more bid opportunities to market.

The role is varied, so we are looking for someone who is happy juggling a busy workload (e.g., bid deadlines, developing bid content, etc.). We currently have a bid coordinator/Bid writer and the head of BD who supports in terms of reviewing and developing the content. This role will work between the two with the goal of supporting and developing the bid function.

We attend 4-5 industry exhibitions a year, and the role may require periodic traveling/overnight stays to attend a couple of these events to gain insights and knowledge to incorporate into our bids.

The successful applicant will produce professionally written proposals and pitch content that articulates the organization's proposition and win themes, developing the bid structure and knowledge bank in order for us to win new contracts. The position plays a leading role in ensuring the effective coordination and timely completion of bids. The role will help develop the value proposition and articulate the solution narrative. Supporting marketing is required in the form of content writing for case studies, websites, and award submissions.

Main duties:

• Responsible for submissions, PQQs, and tenders.
• Ability to develop benefits-based proposals that articulate true customer value.
• Project management of the bid process, agreeing strategy with sector teams, ensuring adequate resources to complete submissions.
• Managing resources throughout the process, ensuring all content is in place, and for the quality of final output subject to approval and including client engagement.
• Creation of high-quality PQQ and bid documents, writing and editing content and document production.
• Contribution to the development and implementation of the Bid Improvement Plan.
• Preparing written editorial content for inclusion in case studies, brochures, award submissions, marketing materials, event invites, and client handouts.
• Interviewing internal members within the business to develop technical information contributing towards bid content.
• Management and development of the company knowledge bank for bid writing.
• Attend and/or lead kick-off and storyboard sessions with bid team members.
• Support and coach the existing bid coordinator/writer.
• Attending 1-2 exhibitions a year to develop knowledge on relevant industry talks.

Skills and experience:

• Exemplary creative writing skill/style and knowledge of application within a bid environment.
• Knowledge of energy/construction/maintenance/building/environment and/or sectors.
• Strong writing skills – the ability to produce copy and translate technical information into plain English.
• Experience and use of A.I systems.
• A proactive approach to work with excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, and with the ability to work in a team.
• Working knowledge of electronic tender platforms.
• Experience in social housing or renewable technology industries.
• Experience of managing and updating a knowledge base is desirable.

Hours and the location of work:

We offer this as a full-time flexible role, with the option to work from both our Weston-Super-Mare office and home. We will support hybrid and flexible working for the right candidate.

Salary is competitive and dependent on experience. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Employee benefits.

We are looking to fill this role quickly, so please apply as soon as possible.