Bid Writer

AtkinsRéalis

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job DescriptionThe opportunity to deliver Infrastructure’s vision.Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.AtkinsRéalis UK&I Infrastructure business covers all aspects of advisory and multi-disciplinary design and management from inception to options appraisal through to detailed scheme design and delivery support.We are growing and wish to recruit an outstanding Bid Writer to join our team. This role will support our Win Work mission by writing compelling, high-quality proposals that win work across all our Markets – Aviation, Buildings & Places, Defence, Energy, Nuclear and Water. You will work closely with technical experts, business leaders, and the wider win work team to develop responses that clearly articulate our compelling value proposition and align with each client’s requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled writer with a passion for storytelling and a strategic mindset to make an impact on the growth of our business.Whilst the core focus of this role is to create compelling written bid content, the postholder will also support development of Win Work collateral in the form of case studies. The role will also be a subject matter expert for bid writing within the Business Development Directorate team, setting and championing best practice, and supporting development of bid writing skills across our workforce. The role will report to the Head of Win Work Services.Your purpose:
  • Lead the development and writing of high-quality, client-focused proposals and tender responses.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to translate complex information into clear, persuasive written content.
  • Ensure all submissions are compliant, compelling, and client focused.
  • Support the development of bid strategies, win themes, and value propositions.
  • Develop, manage and maintain a library of reusable content and case studies and contribute information to the Proposals Information Hub.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of bid processes, tools, and templates.
  • Participate in bid reviews and lessons learned sessions.
What you can bring:
  • Proven experience writing winning bids in a consulting, engineering and technology environment.
  • Strong understanding of the Shipley proposal development process or similar structured bid methodologies.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Ability to interpret technical information and present it in a client-friendly format. Familiarity with public and private sector procurement processes.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work as part of a team. Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
  • Resilient under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • APMP certification or equivalent is advantageous.
  • Experience working in a matrixed or global organisation. Experience with proposal automation tools.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.Security clearance:This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.#LI-INFRASTRUCTURE | #LI-UKWorker Type EmployeeJob Type RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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