Bid Author / Writer

Looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing, people-focused organisation? At First Response Group, this is more than just a Bid Writer role; it is an opportunity to shape winning strategies, drive business growth, and collaborate with a team that truly values innovation, quality, and excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated by success, this is your chance to play a key role in securing high value contracts and influencing the future of our business.

As a Bid Writer at First Response Group, you will play a pivotal role in securing new business by leading the development and coordination of compelling, compliant, and competitive bid submissions. Based in our Wembley office, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, bringing together knowledge, insight, and expertise to produce high-quality proposals that stand out.

You will ensure every submission is strategically aligned with our business objectives, professionally crafted, and delivered to the highest standard, on time and in line with all client requirements. From interpreting tender documentation to writing persuasive responses and managing deadlines, you'll be at the heart of our growth strategy.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, contribute to continued success, and develop your career within an ambitious and supportive organisation. First Response Group is not just a workplace; it is a vibrant community where passion fuels our excellence, integrity guides our conduct, empowerment shapes our successes, and a sense of community binds us together.

About the Role:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification and qualification through to submission and post-bid review.
• Develop clear, compelling, and client-focused bid responses that effectively communicate key value propositions, differentiators, and win strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and senior stakeholders, to gather insights and produce high-quality, competitive submissions.
• Ensure all bids are fully compliant with client requirements, tender specifications, and regulatory standards, maintaining exceptional attention to detail throughout.
• Coordinate and facilitate bid planning activities, including storyboarding sessions, internal reviews, and approval processes.
• Maintain and continuously improve bid libraries, templates, and standard content to enhance efficiency, consistency, and best practice.
• Work closely with commercial teams to support the development of competitive, commercially sound pricing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective communication and ongoing business development.
• Monitor bid outcomes, analyse win/loss data, and apply insights to improve future performance and success rates.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations, pitches, and clarification responses as part of the bid process.
• Manage multiple bids concurrently, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining consistently high standards of quality.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in bid writing, proposal development, or bid management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to simplify complex information into clear, engaging content.
• Resilient under pressure, adaptable to shifting priorities, and committed to meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across teams and building trust with stakeholders.