Bid Writer / Coordinator

Our client, an international architectural practice with offices in London and New York, whose diverse portfolio spans the United Kingdom, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, is looking for a bid coordinator/writer to join its award-winning practice in London.

We are seeking a creative and ambitious individual who resonates with our approach and can take the lead on creating a cohesive and consistent studio profile, helping us shape our voice in the architectural industry.

About the role:

• Working with the principal and senior team to deliver high-quality bid documents, PQQs, case studies, competition entries, award submissions, and newsletters

• Responsible for collaborating with the marketing manager in writing content for use in the bids, presentations, and all supporting documentation, ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach

• Identifying tender opportunities and monitoring tender portals and OJEU notices, and presenting relevant opportunities to the management team

• Responsible for producing and compiling bid documents for RFQs and solicitations, including but not limited to composing company profiles, team organizational charts, design approach and methodology documents, and team CVs

• Managing and updating writing in all marketing collateral including publications, portfolios, and CVs

• Reviewing competition lists and compiling PQQs, tenders, proposals, presentations

Skills:

• Demonstrable prior experience writing bids in an architectural practice is essential

• Excellent writing skills – creative writing or journalism background is preferred

• Experience in bid writing within the architectural industry for at least 2 years

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Excellent copywriting and copyediting skills

• Excellent PowerPoint and InDesign skills

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic

• Autonomous working and proactive

Benefits:

• Salary dependent on experience

• Performance-related discretionary bonus system available

• Fruit, snacks, and refreshments available for all staff members

• Office social events

• 20 days annual leave plus three discretionary days over the Christmas period

• Regular CPD seminars and events to cover training needs

• Time off in lieu is available for pre-approved overtime exceeding specified hours

This is a full-time position with an immediate start date. Full-time in-office candidates will be prioritised, but hybrid roles will be considered.