Bid Writer
Opencast
Bid Writer
Opencast
Builds digital services for UK government and health
Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?
If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions with purpose for our clients in government and business.
We’re looking for a Bid Writer to join the Opencast Bid Team on an 8-month fixed term basis. Working with colleagues across Opencast, you will be responsible for developing high-quality, compelling responses which showcases our credentials, expertise and delivery experience in response to client requirements.
Opencast works across a range of public sector frameworks, so you will have the opportunity to work on bids of varying size and complexity.
In addition to bid writing, you will also have an opportunity to get involved in continuous improvement activities, which will involve contributing to process improvements.
AI is part of how our bid team works so we are seeking someone with experience in using AI tools to enhance bid writing while ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.
We’ll want you to demonstrate experience in bid writing, with strong time management, attention to detail and communication skills. You don’t need to have had the job title of Bid Writer before, and we encourage applications from candidates that can demonstrate these core skills:
The following would also be helpful:
As well as bid management experience, there are essential core skills you’ll need to excel in this role:
£50,000 - £65,000 per annum.
A competitive package including a 7% employer pension contribution, share options, and a discretionary bonus. You’ll also benefit from 25 days’ holiday and access to 3 annual “life happens” days to support unexpected situations.
We provide wellbeing support, ongoing professional development, volunteering opportunities, and the chance to be part of a genuinely supportive team.
This role requires regular on-site attendance at our HQ, hub offices and other business locations, alongside the flexibility to work from home. Travel may be required as part of the role and applicants should be able to travel when needed to support business activities and team collaboration.
We welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all.
Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. We’re happy to make adjustments to support your needs.
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Opencast is a UK-based technology consultancy that partners with the UK government, healthcare, and innovative businesses to design and build digital solutions that are easy for people and organizations to use. Its work focuses on creating human-centered digital products and services that deliver better experiences and performance at scale, reaching services used by millions. The company also shares knowledge to help its partners succeed, aiming to make life better through the power of people and technology. Opencast’s goals include delivering solutions that are simpler, more sustainable, and fairer for all, with a positive impact on society.
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