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Posted 01 August, 2026

Bid Writer

Palmer McCarthy Recruitment
City of London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Bid Writer

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?? City of London (Hybrid: 1 Day Office | 4 Days Home)
?? Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

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Our client, a leading corporate security provider, is looking for a talented Bid Writer to join its successful Bid team.

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Reporting to the Head of Bids, you'll create compelling, high-quality bid responses that help secure major contracts. This is a fast-paced role where exceptional writing skills, creativity, attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Write engaging, persuasive responses for PQQs, SQs, ITTs and RFPs.
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  • Produce high-quality content that is tailored to each client's requirements.
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  • Work closely with Operations, Sales, HR, Finance and Subject Matter Experts to gather information.
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  • Proofread, edit and format submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
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  • Manage multiple bids and competing deadlines.
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  • Maintain and develop the bid content library.
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  • Research clients and competitors to strengthen bid submissions.
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  • Support Bid Managers throughout the bid process.
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About You

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You'll be an experienced Bid Writer with:

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  • Outstanding writing and proofreading skills.
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  • Excellent attention to detail.
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  • Experience writing successful bids, ideally within security, FM or outsourced services.
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  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
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  • The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
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  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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  • Strong Microsoft Office skills.
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What's on Offer? Bid Writer

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  • ?? Salary up to£60,000
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  • ?? Hybrid working (1 day in the City of London office, 4 days from home)
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  • ?? Excellent benefits package
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  • ?? Career development and progression
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  • ?? Supportive, high-performing Bid Team
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  • ?? Opportunity to work on high-profile corporate security contracts
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading organisation where your writing skills will have a direct impact on winning new business and supporting continued growth.

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