Bid WriterCoventry£ 38,000 - £45,000 DOEThe Recruitment Bunker are recruiting exclusively for a Bid Writer for a leading privately owned collection of diverse and dynamic forward-thinking companies based in Scotland.Our client is not just seeking a Bid Writer, but a unique individual with a passion for creative writing, with a good knowledge of FM and M&E public contracts. Using your skills for writing you will work on every element of the bid writing process, producing bespoke, high-quality PQQ and tender submission that not only meet requirements of the bid but sell the business in a way that aligns to our companies’ aspirations to be sector leading.Reporting to the Bid Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that company PQQs, ITTs and presentations are written, prepared, presented and delivered on time to the highest possible standard.Overview of the RoleBid WriterSalary – £38,000 - £45,000Holidays: 30 days. Additional days per year of service, maximum of 5. Buy back scheme of additional 5 daysPensionEmployee Referral Scheme 10% Discount Trade CardLocation – CoventryCompany OverviewOur client is a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary management and technical consultancy business that offers services and dynamic solutions to Registered Social Landlords (RSLs). Local Authorities (LAs), Emergency Services, and other public sector agencies.At M-Four, they are passionate about changing the narrative for social housing tenants in Scotland; and with a clear focus on fire safety with these properties they are working with clients and partners, to make every social housing property in Scotland as safe as possible for tenants.Role ResponsibilitiesReviewing tender documents and extracting key information from themTake the lead in preparing high-quality bids and proposals in response to tender invitations, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and adhering to submission deadlinesCollaborate with internal stakeholders to gather relevant information and translate technical details into clear, persuasive written content. Tailor messaging to effectively communicate the company's value proposition and differentiate from competitorsConduct thorough research on prospective clients, projects, and industry trends to inform bid strategies and enhance proposal content. Analyse tender documentation to identify key requirements and develop targeted responsesTrack bid outcomes and analyse win/loss data to identify areas for improvement and inform future bidding strategiesResearching potential clients and developing an understanding of their requirementsOrganising and driving bid kick-off meetings in conjunction with the sales lead and other bid contributorsComplete PQQs and ITTs by sourcing and collating the requested informationSubmit PQQ / ITTs in the required format before set deadlinesTaking raw text and turning it into a persuasive and informative piece of writingDeveloping and contributing to bid win themes and proposalsCreative design and layout of tender and presentation responsesManaging/coordinating the entire bid process from start to finishHighlighting and escalating any concerns to the management teamMonitoring and tracking of all bid submission and developing a reporting system to track performance.Essential SkillsProven experience of working within a Bid Writing position with a track record of successfully securing contracts through competitive tendering processes. Experience of the bid/tender process and bid writing is highly desirableEducated to degree level or equivalent within a relevant subject Outstanding organisation and project management skillsA high-level of IT literacy, particularly in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPointA keen eye for detailThe ability to focus and remain calm when working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsIs a member, or is working towards membership, of a professional body such as APMP or RICS.Desirable Experience of working within the Social Housing sector or public sector companies would be desirable i.e local councils Please note we do not provide sponsorships to those who require it and will only accept applications from those who have full rights to work in the UK with no restrictions and IDLR/Full Settlement status. Please provide status on applications.Our inclusive workplace welcomes and values all candidates from all backgrounds, we believe that diversity enhances our ability to innovate and serve our customers effectively. We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to bring their authentic selves to work. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.