Senior Bid Writer - Security Services

Palmer McCarthy are recruiting on behalf of a market-leading security services provider for a talented Bid Writer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative bid team, producing high-quality bids, proposals, and tender submissions for public and private sector clients across the UK. About the Role As a Bid Writer, you will: Write persuasive, compliant bid responses, proposals, and tenders that clearly reflect client requirements Shape win themes and messaging, ensuring consistency across all bid submissions Manage tender portal requests, maintain the central information repository, and organise bid calendars Enhance submissions with bid design, visual layouts, charts, and infographics Work closely with operational, commercial, and subject matter experts to translate complex solutions into clear, client-focused proposals About You You are a skilled Bid Writer who: Has proven experience creating bids, proposals, and tenders Understands public/private sector procurement and compliance requirements Is proactive, highly organised, and thrives on managing multiple bid deadlines Has excellent written English and attention to detail Experience in bid design and visual presentation tools (InDesign, Canva, PowerPoint, advanced Word) is advantageous Previous security services experience is desirable Why This Role Competitive salary up to £60,000 + excellent benefits Hybrid working – 4 days from home, 1 day per week in a London-area office Supportive, collaborative culture within a market-leading brand Opportunity to play a key role in shaping bid quality and success Exposure to high-value, strategic bids and proposals across the UK Support with APMP If you are an ambitious Bid Writer looking to make a real impact on bids, proposals, and tenders, apply today with Palmer McCarthy and take your career to the next level.