Junior Bid Writer
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 July 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 145475 |
Summary
Junior Bid Writer
Location: London, E14 9SH
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-focused individual to begin a career in the commercial and bidding space as a Junior Bid Writer.
Working within a supportive, specialist team, you’ll play a key role in producing persuasive, high-quality written content for bids and proposals across a variety of sectors.
This is more than just a writing role; it’s a chance to contribute to the development of creative, customer-focused solutions in collaboration with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders.
You’ll receive structured training through a mix of online courses, webinars, and in-person sessions, with opportunities to take on more forward-facing responsibilities as you grow.
Job Description
The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and is confident engaging with others to gather insights, plan responses, and shape compelling narratives.
You’ll need excellent writing skills, a keen eye for accuracy, and the ability to adapt your tone and messaging for different audiences.
If you’re enthusiastic about storytelling, commercially curious, and looking for a team that invests in your development, this could be the perfect first step in a rewarding bid and sales career.
Key Responsibilities
Write and edit high-quality, compelling bid responses in line with tender requirements and deadlines
Collaborate with bid teams, subject matter experts and stakeholders to plan and shape responses
Ensure all written content aligns with win themes, scoring criteria, and the ISS style guide
Adapt and rework existing content to meet bespoke bid specifications and ensure a consistent tone of voice
Use AI tools and software to support response development and content refinement
Support the creation of case studies and model answers for the bid library during quieter bid periods
Attend client site visits to deepen operational understanding and improve bid response quality
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Experience in business copywriting
Demonstrates enthusiasm and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
Naturally curious and engaged, with a genuine interest in the subject matter
Excellent written communication skills with attention to tone, clarity and purpose
Able to take feedback constructively and adapt quickly
Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable working to deadlines
No specific qualification or industry background required – mindset and drive are key
UK The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Location: London, E14 9SH
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-focused individual to begin a career in the commercial and bidding space as a Junior Bid Writer.
Working within a supportive, specialist team, you’ll play a key role in producing persuasive, high-quality written content for bids and proposals across a variety of sectors.
This is more than just a writing role; it’s a chance to contribute to the development of creative, customer-focused solutions in collaboration with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders.
You’ll receive structured training through a mix of online courses, webinars, and in-person sessions, with opportunities to take on more forward-facing responsibilities as you grow.
Job Description
The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and is confident engaging with others to gather insights, plan responses, and shape compelling narratives.
You’ll need excellent writing skills, a keen eye for accuracy, and the ability to adapt your tone and messaging for different audiences.
If you’re enthusiastic about storytelling, commercially curious, and looking for a team that invests in your development, this could be the perfect first step in a rewarding bid and sales career.
Key Responsibilities
Write and edit high-quality, compelling bid responses in line with tender requirements and deadlines
Collaborate with bid teams, subject matter experts and stakeholders to plan and shape responses
Ensure all written content aligns with win themes, scoring criteria, and the ISS style guide
Adapt and rework existing content to meet bespoke bid specifications and ensure a consistent tone of voice
Use AI tools and software to support response development and content refinement
Support the creation of case studies and model answers for the bid library during quieter bid periods
Attend client site visits to deepen operational understanding and improve bid response quality
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Experience in business copywriting
Demonstrates enthusiasm and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally
Naturally curious and engaged, with a genuine interest in the subject matter
Excellent written communication skills with attention to tone, clarity and purpose
Able to take feedback constructively and adapt quickly
Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable working to deadlines
No specific qualification or industry background required – mindset and drive are key
UK The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com