Job title: Lead Bid Writer Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full‑time, Hybrid – Office based in Essex The Role: We are seeking a Lead Bid Writer to play a pivotal role in developing and delivering high‑quality, compelling tenders across a growing and ambitious organisation. This role sits within a centralised bid function and offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex public‑sector submissions while influencing how bid processes evolve through innovation and technology. You will work closely with operational, commercial, and technical teams to produce persuasive, compliant bids that clearly articulate value, quality, and delivery excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong traditional bid skills with an interest in modernising and enhancing how bids are produced. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the development, writing, editing, and review of high‑quality bid submissions from start to finish. * Develop a deep understanding of client requirements, tender documentation, and organisational capabilities to produce tailored, compliant responses. * Coordinate bid activities, including managing inputs, timelines, reviews, and version control. * Produce clear, compelling written content covering experience, methodology, mobilisation, and delivery. * Review and quality‑assure bids produced by colleagues, ensurin...