Bid Writer
Salary: Circa £40k - £50k Location: Remote (with travel across UK)
About the Role
We are looking for a Bid Writer to join our Business Development team, responsible for developing clear, well-structured written responses across our four practice areas: Employability, Health, Education & Skills, and Economic Development.
You will work with subject matter experts and delivery teams to gather information and translate operational detail into written responses aligned to client and commissioner requirements. The role contributes to the preparation of accurate, consistent submissions and supports the overall quality and coherence of bids.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your bid writing expertise while contributing directly to Fedcap UK’s growth and success in securing new business that improves outcomes for individuals and communities.
About Us
Fedcap UK is a mission-led organisation committed to supporting people facing barriers to employment, health and opportunity. Through our work across employability, health, education and skills, and economic development, we design and deliver services that create lasting social impact and advance economic mobility.
Our Business Development function plays a vital role in enabling this mission. By producing high-quality bids and proposals, we ensure our delivery models, partnerships and impact are clearly articulated to commissioners and partners, helping us secure opportunities that transform lives.
What You’ll Be Doing
Draft clear, well-structured written responses across bids and proposals
Work with SMEs across Fedcap UK’s practice areas to extract and shape strong content
Translate operational and technical delivery detail into accessible written responses
Contribute to response planning and storyboard discussions
Review and refine draft responses to improve clarity and alignment
Support integration of content from multiple contributors and partners
Undertake research and evidence gathering to strengthen submissions
Manage assigned bid sections and deliver to deadline
Incorporate feedback from senior team members to strengthen responses
Use AI-enabled tools appropriately to support research and drafting
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, collaborative and committed to producing high-quality written work. You will have strong attention to detail and the ability to develop structured responses aligned to client requirements.
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience in bid writing, proposal development or structured written responses
Strong written English with clear and concise communication skills
Ability to work with subject matter experts to gather content
Good attention to detail and ability to follow structured guidance
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
Understanding of bid development with interest in public sector procurement
Here’s what makes Fedcap a rewarding career…
At Fedcap, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:
- 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell additional days
- £500 annual benefits scheme to spend at over 900 retailers
- Cycle to Work scheme open all year round
- Pension scheme with up to 5% employer match
- Free life assurance worth 4x your salary
- Health & wellbeing support, including access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
- Digital gym, mindfulness resources, virtual GP and more
If you are passionate about high-quality writing and want to play a key role in securing services that transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Fedcap UK is committed to equal opportunities throughout recruitment and selection, in line with our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion policy and the Equality Act 2010. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively welcome applications from disabled people and will support reasonable adjustments where needed.
We are also proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, encouraging applications from veterans, reservists, and military families.