Back to Job Search

Senior Bid Writer – Mental Health and MSK Services

Tenders TeamPublic and Private

£50,000 - £60,000 + Full Benefits

Nationwide Provider Home Based – Remote with Travel to Ipswich HQ

 

Compass Associates are proud to be working with a leading organisation within the private and public mental health and MSK space to recruit for a skilled Bid Writer to join their successful Bids and Tenders Team. This organisation provides specialist services across the UK, working closely with NHS and social care commissioners to deliver high-quality care solutions in mental health, musculoskeletal (MSK) rehabilitation, and related areas.

 

This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the organisation continues its track record of securing NHS and social care contracts. You will be responsible for the end-to-end bid writing process, from identifying opportunities to developing compelling responses and submissions.

 

As an experienced Bid Writer, you will work closely with subject matter experts, operational teams, and key stakeholders to develop winning proposals that reflect the organisation's commitment to excellence in mental health and social care services. You will also be responsible for managing and mentoring a junior team member, ensuring best practices in bid management and supporting their development.

 

Location:

The role is home-based with occasional travel required for meetings or visits to the Head Office near Ipswich and other regional offices across the UK.

 

Package:

Salary is up to £60,000 p/a, with additional benefits, including:

  • Professional supervision and ongoing training opportunities
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Complimentary Health Cash Plan
  • 24/7 access to a free GP support line
  • Free life insurance coverage
  • Complimentary eye exams
  • Discounts on car leases
  • Reduced rates for gym memberships
  • Free access to mortgage brokers and insurance coverage
  • Pension plan benefits

 

Requirements:

  • Strong writing and editorial skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Proven experience in bid writing, preferably within healthcare, social care, or public sector tenders
  • Strong organisational and project management skills
  • Experience using tender portals and bid management tools
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • APMP certification (desirable but not essential)
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage and mentor junior team members

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of bid responses, including bid identification, content structuring, and electronic submissions
  • Identify trends in tender requirements and ensure the business meets these needs (e.g., accreditations, CSR, Equality & Diversity)
  • Manage and update the organisation’s bid pipeline, tracking key opportunities and ensuring full visibility of active and upcoming tenders
  • Work with internal teams, including Operations, Quality, Clinical, and Business Development, to gather necessary information for bid responses
  • Maintain and manage tender alert systems and portals to ensure all opportunities are captured
  • Prepare and deliver bid presentations when required
  • Provide mentorship and support to a junior team member, overseeing their development in bid management
  • Ensure bid responses are clear, persuasive, and evidence-based
  • Manage subject matter experts in terms of bid submission, coordinating their involvement effectively
  • Attend tender and proposal briefings, liaising with operations to develop compelling and relevant collateral

 

 

Recommendations:

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer £200 in John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.

 

Contact Details:

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, gain further information, or have a confidential discussion, please contact Franklin Brown with an up-to-date CV on [email protected].