Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services. We employ more than 1,500 people and support over 250 clients across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the Axis CLC group, we help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and clients fully compliant.
The Role
We are recruiting for a Bid Writer with strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) experience to support the development of new business opportunities through the tender process.
This role offers flexible hybrid working, with the option to be based remotely or from one of our offices. While our M&E team is based in London Stratford, we are open on location, with the expectation that you will attend key meetings and collaborate with the team in person when required.
Reporting to the M&E Bid Manager, you will develop persuasive written responses that demonstrate our technical capability and delivery approach across M&E services, particularly within the social housing, construction and property maintenance sectors.
Working as part of a collaborative bid team, you will translate complex technical solutions into clear, client-focused proposals that maximise scoring potential and support successful contract awards.
Responsibilities
As a Bid Writer, your responsibilities will include:
* Leading the development of M&E-focused tender submissions, ensuring compliance with client requirements
* Producing clear, persuasive written responses that demonstrate our technical capability and service delivery approach
* Working collaboratively with directors, operational teams and M&E technical specialists to gather accurate technical content
* Translating complex M&E service solutions into compelling written proposals and presentations
* Ensuring responses are bespoke, evidence-based and aligned with client scoring criteria
* Editing and reviewing tender submissions to ensure clarity, quality and consistency
* Supporting the end-to-end bid process and managing submission deadlines
* Promoting continuous improvement by sharing bid knowledge and best practice across the business
About You
To succeed as a Bid Writer, you will demonstrate:
* Proven experience writing successful bids within construction, property services or social housing environments
* Strong knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services within maintenance, refurbishment or construction sectors
* Excellent written communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into clear, compelling content
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
* Experience working collaboratively with technical and operational stakeholders
* A detail-focused approach to producing high-quality, compliant tender submissions
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Pension scheme, medical scheme options and life assurance
* 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
* Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
* 1 paid volunteer day
* £2,000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
* Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC
Why Axis CLC
Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
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