Sureserve provide market leading compliance and energy services across the UK, with close to 5000 employees working from over 30 offices. Sureserve is a trusted partner for housing associations, local authorities, and residents, delivering high-quality compliance and energy services. Our focus on energy efficiency, safe and compliant homes, and enhanced quality of life makes us a leader in the industry. With nationwide reach, regional expertise, and a commitment to excellent service, we are well-positioned to support our clients now and in the future. Overview of role: We are seeking an innovative and creative bid writer who can produce accurate and compelling content and who is driven by success. The Bid Writer will operate across the Sureserve Compliance Electrical Group, working closely with the Bid Manager to develop and deliver articulate and engaging bid submissions. Working closely with other members of the bid team plus operational leads and estimating, you will research and understand the nature of the contracts and projects the company is involved with and delivering to continuously improve bid submissions, presentations and client interviews. This role requires an ability to work under pressure, to challenging deadlines. It also requires the ability to engage and liaise successfully with a wide range of internal colleagues from across the business. Key Responsibilities: To develop and deliver high quality, articulate and engaging bid material, from prequalification stage through to contract mobilisation. This could include case studies, method statement responses, charts / graphics / images, CVs, question responses, presentations etc. Review and challenge existing written material, edit and make improvements with a focus on continuous improvement. Actively seek out high quality content from internal and external sources, including desktop research, to constantly improve proposals. Provide regular updates on all proposals/bids to the Senior Bid Manager and Head of New Business. Maintain a comprehensive bid library, including updating documents such as CVs and case studies as required. Ensure complete, compliant bid submissions are prepared within prescribed or agreed deadlines Education, Experience and Qualifications: Proven capability in delivering winning multi-million-pound tenders, ideally within the Social Housing/Local Authority electrical compliance sector, or a related field. Our business carries out "cradle to grave" property services including refurbishment, maintenance and compliance. Experience of bid management from opportunity identification through to project delivery. Experience in providing valuable input into opportunity qualification, win strategies, and solution design Experience of successfully engaging with a wide range of internal stakeholders to Develop compelling evidence and proposals. What We Offer: We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle whilst working for Sureserve and outside of work, some of these include: Competitive salary 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000's retail discounts Virtual GP service, 24/7, 365 days, available for employees and your immediate family Employee assistance programme (EAP), available 24/7. 365 days, for employees and your immediate family Bike2Work scheme In addition, the role offers: Sureserve Benefits Hub, accessing over 1000's retail discounts Virtual GP service, 24/7, 365 days, available for employees and your immediate family Employee assistance programme (EAP), available 24/7. 365 days, for employees and your immediate family Home & Electronics - salary sacrifice purchase scheme Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Reasonable Adjustments As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact SCE. Pre-employment Checks Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks with a 3rd party, including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks. You may be required to carry out other duties in order to commensurate with the post. This will not change the character or purpose of the post but will be necessary to maintain high standards of business practice. The post-holder will be expected to participate in developing Sureserve Quality Standards. This job description, through Business reasons, may be altered from time to time to meet the changing needs of the Company.