Part-Time Bid Writer

Part-Time Bid Writer
Working pattern: 3 days per week (flexible)
Location: Hybrid / remote, with a minimum of 1 day per month in the office
Salary: £28,800 per annum (pro rata from £42,000 FTE)

We’re looking for a Part-Time Bid Writer to support the development of high-quality, compelling bid submissions that help drive TCFM’s continued growth.

This role sits within our Sales & Marketing team and works closely with colleagues across Sales, Operations, Marketing and Finance. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys producing clear, persuasive written content, managing multiple deadlines and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.

With flexible, part-time working and a hybrid setup, this opportunity would suit an experienced bid professional looking for a better work-life balance, or someone who enjoys focused, high-quality bid work without the demands of a full-time role.

The role

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, you’ll support the coordination, writing and submission of tenders and proposals, ensuring responses are accurate, compliant and aligned to customer requirements.

You’ll be involved throughout the bid lifecycle, from early drafts through to final submission, helping to maintain consistency, quality and continuous improvement across all bid content.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, edit and tailor written responses for PQQs, RFPs and ITTs
• Coordinate bid submissions, ensuring all documentation is accurate, compliant and submitted on time
• Work with subject matter experts to develop clear, persuasive and customer-focused responses
• Support the Sales team in articulating service solutions aligned to customer needs and commercial objectives
• Assist with maintaining the bid library, templates and standard responses
• Prepare and format supporting materials such as case studies and presentations
• Capture and track feedback from submitted tenders to support continuous improvement
• Ensure tone, branding and messaging are consistent across all bid documentation

Working collaboratively

• Liaise with Sales, Operations, Marketing and Finance to gather information and shape proposals
• Take part in bid kick-off meetings and internal reviews
• Provide general bid and document management support to meet deadlines and team objectives

About you

• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, with a strong eye for detail
• Able to write clear, persuasive and customer-focused content
• Well organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating as part of a wider team
• Experience or strong interest in bids, proposals, project coordination or business development
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in English, Journalism, Marketing, Business or a related field is desirable

What we offer

• Salary of £28,800 per annum (pro rata, based on £42,000 FTE)
• Flexible part-time working (3 days per week)
• Hybrid / remote working with minimal office attendance (once per month)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Access to external training, including a recognised industry qualification

If you’re an experienced bid writer or strong proposal professional looking for a flexible, part-time role where quality matters, we’d love to hear from you.