We’re looking for a proactive Bid Writer whose responsibilities will include the full management of the bid process. This specifically covers writing the quality parts of a bid submission, ensuring high quality tender submissions that achieve contract wins across the Connells Group brands.
In this role, you’ll work closely with the Group Support Partner and stakeholders across the Connells Group activities, which vary, but all relate to our property services.
You’ll play a crucial part in ensuring the bid processes run smoothly, engaging with the subject matter experts (SMEs) to compile compelling, detailed bids and proposals.
Working Hours: Mon – Fri 9.00 – 17.30
Key roles and responsibilities of the bid writer
* Prepare documents for the bid kick off meeting, highlighting relevant areas, including concerns, requirements and timelines. Discussing these with stakeholders and deciding next steps.
* Preparing the template for each response, to include bid library content, to assist the SMEs in providing detailed input that addresses and align with client requirements.
* Conduct research on the potential clients to inform and target the bid responses.
* Ensure all bid documents comply with client specifications, industry standards, and company policies.
* Review, edit and proof the drafts until the response assures clear, concise, and compelling content that effectively communicates the company's value proposition, capabilities, and project experience.
* Manage the end-to-end bid process, including timelines, submissions, and internal reviews, ensuring all deadlines are met.
* Maintain and update a library of bid content, case studies, and standard responses to ensure consistency and efficiency in the bid process.
* Analyse feedback from clients and stakeholders to continuously improve bid quality and success rates.
* Build internal relationships with individuals in order to create high quality bids.
Skills and experience required to be a successful Support Co-ordinator:
* Strong written communication, with attention to detail
* Proofreading and editing accuracy
* Interpreting client requirements, including research and information gathering
* Stakeholder collaboration
* Time management, including multitasking and organisation to ensure meeting deadlines
* Producing clear, structured responses
* Creative thinking and value articulation
* IT skills (e.g. Word, Excel, bid tools) and understanding use of AI in bids
You’ll be joining a business recognised as one of the top large companies to work for by the Sunday Times, offering not just a job, but a genuinely rewarding career. As a Bid Writer, you’ll step into an exciting, fast‑paced role that spans a diverse range of property disciplines, from residential sales and lettings through to land, and asset management. Working collaboratively with experts across the Group, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping compelling proposals, influencing major contract wins, and bringing together insight, creativity and strategy in a role where no two days are the same. This is an opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, high‑performing environment, combining variety, impact and progression within a business that truly values its people.
Connells Group i is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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