Senior Bid Writer

Capita

. Lead development of clear, compelling and client-focused proposal content aligned to the win strategy .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomSenior💰 £65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development of compelling proposal content, ensuring clarity and compliance while effectively managing stakeholder relationships. Proficient in editing and refining complex narratives to meet high professional standards under tight deadlines.

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Proposal DevelopmentWriting And Editing SkillsStakeholder ManagementPublic Sector ExperienceAPMP Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Proposal WritingContent ShapingTechnical InterpretationBid WritingEditingStorytellingCompliance ManagementQuality AssuranceNarrative DevelopmentPublic Sector Bids

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailConfidenceCoachingCollaborationFlexibility

Industry Keywords

Public SectorCentral GovernmentRegulated EnvironmentsBid ManagementCapture Directors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of clear, compelling and client-focused proposal content aligned to the win strategy
Storyboard responses in partnership with Capture Directors
Shape how Capita’s solution is positioned
Turn complex technical input from SMEs into persuasive, easy-to-understand narrative
Own writing quality end-to-end, ensuring consistency, compliance and impact across submissions
Edit, review and refine content to a high professional standard under tight deadlines
Coach contributors on proposal best practice
Improve overall bid writing capability
Work closely with Bid Managers, Capture Directors and Solutions teams
Contribute to high-profile, complex public sector pursuits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience leading the written responses for complex, high-value proposals, ideally within public sector or similarly regulated environments
Outstanding writing, editing and storytelling skills
Ability to shape content direction
Ability to interpret technical information and apply judgement rather than relying on boilerplate content
Strong stakeholder management skills
Confidence working with senior contributors and SMEs
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to maintain quality under pressure
Experience of Central Government, long-cycle public sector bids is highly desirable, though not essential
Familiarity with APMP methodologies or best practice is highly desirable, though not essential
Flexibility to travel for client or team meetings and events
Ability to work on a 12-month fixed-term contract

Benefits

Comp & perks

Win related commission structure with genuinely high earning potential
Homeworking
Flexible travel for client or team meetings and events
Clear development pathways within a growing, specialist function
Opportunities to expand skills, explore new paths, and advance your career