Senior Bid Writer

Shaping a smarter, more agile world.

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.

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ADS&T is growing rapidly. We’ve doubled in size and will do so again in the coming years. As we grow, we need to continue to evolve and transform our division to be ready for what’s to come.

We are looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join our internal Win Work Operations team. This role will support our Win Work efforts by writing compelling, high-quality proposals that win work across our consulting, engineering and technology portfolio. You will work closely with technical experts, business leaders, and the wider proposals team to develop responses that clearly articulate our compelling value proposition and align with client 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.

The primary focus of this role will be to create compelling written content for our bids, but the role 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 Win Work Operations team, setting and championing best practice, and supporting develop of bid writing skills across our workforce. The role will report to the Win Work Operations Director and work closely with our client facing Win Work teams and wider proposal teams daily.

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.
• 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 AtkinsRéalis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.

Within ADS&T, we have signed the "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.

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.

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At 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.