Bid Writer
- Edinburgh
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Edinburgh
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £32,000 to £35,000 per annum
Overview:
Blue Arrow Recruitment is seeking a creative and strategic Bid Writer to join a dynamic fundraising team in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate individual with a strong track record in securing funding through compelling proposals and bids.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop fundable and fully costed proposals in collaboration with internal teams
- Identify and research funding opportunities aligned with organisational goals
- Maintain a pipeline of statutory contract opportunities across Scotland and England
- Lead the preparation and submission of competitive bids and grant applications
- Coordinate reporting requirements and track progress with delivery and finance teams
- Ensure ethical fundraising practices in line with the Code of Fundraising Practice
- Contribute to strategic fundraising planning and performance monitoring
- Write engaging case studies and impact stories to support fundraising efforts
Essential:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in bid writing with successful outcomes
- Strong understanding of the funding landscape in Scotland and England
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience working with funders and commissioners in both Scotland and South England
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics
- 32 days annual leave including public holidays
- Occupational pension scheme with 6% employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work and IT Voucher schemes