Bid Writer/Business Development Coordinator

Bid Writer / Business Development CoordinatorHead Office, Rochdale (Hybrid — branch network & remote working)35K-45K DOE plus BonusFull Time, PermanentAre you a brilliant writer with a talent for winning business?Do you know how to turn a complex tender spec into a compelling, compliant bid and enjoy the buzz of a submission going in on deadline? If you've got a background in bid writing or business development and want to bring that skill to a growing, values-led care provider, this could be the role for you.We're looking for a Bid Writer / Business Development Coordinator to join Routes Healthcare's BD team. You'll own our tender pipeline end-to-end — from spotting opportunities on procurement portals through to writing, coordinating, and submitting winning bids — while also supporting the wider team with research, events, and CRM.A little about usAt Routes, we're more than just a healthcare provider, we're a team that genuinely cares about our clients, and each other. For over 15 years, we've delivered care that supports people to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes.What you can expect from us:A varied role with real ownership of the tender pipelineHybrid working — flexibility between home and Head Office and our branch networkA collaborative, supportive BD teamGenuine opportunity to shape Routes Healthcare's growth and reputationOngoing professional developmentBuy and sell holiday schemeWhat the role involves:Leading the writing and submission of tender responses for LA, NHS, and private commissionersManaging the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification to post-tender feedbackMaintaining a library of bid content, case studies, and quality statementsCoordinating input from Registered Managers, clinical leads, and senior leadershipMonitoring procurement portals for new opportunities and keeping supplier profiles up to dateSupporting BD presentations, pitches, market research, and CRM administrationHelping plan and deliver commissioner days, networking events, and sector conferencesWhat we're looking for:3–5 years' experience in tender writing, bid management, or business development — ideally in health and social care, homecare, or a regulated sectorA track record of producing successful bid submissionsExcellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and to word limitsStrong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple deadlinesExperience using procurement portals to track and respond to opportunitiesConfidence engaging senior stakeholders to gather inputFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insuranceThis role is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.Apply today and help shape how Routes Healthcare wins business across the North.TPBN1_UKTJ