Bid Writer - Business Development Manager

Job Title : Bid Writer / Business Development Manager Location : Basildon Salary : £55,000 – £60,000 + DOE + Car Allowance + Bonuses + Pension Job Type : Full-Time | Permanent We’re working on behalf of a highly respected national contractor delivering specialist services in Security, Fire, Electrical, Passive Fire, and Mechanical disciplines. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Bid Writer / Business Development Manager to join their team and play a key role in securing high-value projects and frameworks across the UK. Key Benefits :

• Competitive basic salary with car allowance and performance-based bonuses
• Clear career progression within a growing business
• Exposure to major projects in a fast-paced industry
• Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development Role Overview : This is a hybrid position combining strong bid writing capabilities with an element of business development. You’ll be responsible for producing high-quality written proposals, collaborating across departments, and contributing to strategic growth efforts. Responsibilities :
• Create, edit and submit compelling bid and tender documents (PQQs, EOIs, RFPs)
• Manage and maintain a structured bid library including case studies, CVs, and standard content
• Work closely with technical, commercial, and marketing teams to ensure consistency and clarity across all submissions
• Identify and support new business opportunities through effective proposal development
• Support brand visibility and contribute to winning frameworks and direct awards About You :
• Proven experience in bid writing, ideally within security, M&E, facilities management, or construction sectors
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to turn technical information into persuasive content
• Strong organisation and project management skills, able to meet tight deadlines
• Commercially aware with a strategic approach to developing winning submissions
• Confident working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and clients What Success Looks Like :
• Increased win rates across public and private sector tenders
• High-quality proposals that differentiate the business from competitors
• Smooth management of submission timelines and team coordination Car allowance or Car, Pension, Health, Bonuses To Apply : If you are an experienced Bid Writer or looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you