Bid Writer

AtkinsRéalis Major Projects inc.; Whitehaven; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Bid Writer to support their mission by writing compelling proposals across multiple markets. The role involves collaborating with technical experts and developing strategies aligned with client requirements. Successful candidates will have proven experience in bid writing, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Flexible working culture and diverse work environment. The ideal candidate should possess APMP certification or equivalent, with familiarity in proposal automation tools.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing winning bids in a consulting, engineering and technology environment.
• Strong understanding of the Shipley proposal development process or similar.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and writing of high‑quality, client‑focused proposals.
• Collaborate with technical teams to translate complex information into clear content.
• Ensure all submissions are compliant and client focused.

Skills

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

APMP certification or equivalent

Tools

Proposal automation tools

Job description

Overview

London, London, England, United Kingdom | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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’ Growth Markets 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, Defence, Ireland, Power & Industrial, 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 role

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 and attention to 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.

Benefits

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like‑minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis

Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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 creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.