Bid Coordinator

Didcot, Oxfordshire Hybrid Working Full Time

Help turn great ideas into winning opportunities

Are you highly organised, naturally curious and someone who takes real pride in producing work to a high standard? Do you enjoy bringing people together, keeping projects on track and seeing your work make a tangible difference?

This could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We're looking for a proactive and detail-focused Bid Coordinator to join a collaborative business development team in Didcot, Oxfordshire. You'll play an important role in identifying new opportunities, coordinating compelling proposals and helping the organisation secure exciting new projects across a range of sectors.

This is much more than an administration role. You'll be involved throughout the full bid lifecycle, working alongside technical specialists, project managers and business development professionals. You'll gain valuable commercial exposure, develop your bid management expertise and have the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to business growth.

No two bids are the same, so you'll have plenty of variety, responsibility and opportunity to learn.

What you'll be doing

As Bid Coordinator, you'll help turn opportunities into successful submissions by:

• Identifying new tender and framework opportunities through a range of online portals

• Coordinating the end-to-end bid process, ensuring submissions are delivered on time and to a consistently high standard

• Supporting bid qualification and go/no-go decisions

• Researching opportunities and gathering information to develop strong and compelling proposal responses

• Formatting, proofreading and producing professional bid documentation

• Working closely with subject matter experts to develop engaging and relevant proposal content

• Managing bid schedules, deadlines, trackers and key actions

• Maintaining bid libraries and ensuring information and documentation are accurate and up to date

• Analysing bid activity and helping to identify opportunities to improve processes and success rates

• Building strong relationships across teams to support successful bids and commercial growth

About you

We're looking for someone who enjoys making things happen. You'll be organised, proactive and comfortable managing several priorities at once. You'll have a sharp eye for detail and be confident communicating with people at different levels across an organisation.

You'll ideally bring:

• Previous experience in bid coordination, proposal support, project administration or a similar position

• Excellent written communication, proofreading and editing skills

• Strong organisational and planning abilities

• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines

• A proactive, positive and solutions-focused approach

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint

• The confidence to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with different teams

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience using bid or tender portals

• Knowledge of project planning tools such as (url removed) or AccessPlanIt

• Experience within learning and development, professional services or consultancy

• PRINCE2, APM PFQ or a recognised bid management qualification

Don't worry if you don't tick every box. If you have strong coordination, communication and organisational skills and are keen to develop your career in bids and business development, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join?

This is an exciting opportunity to become a valued member of a growing organisation where your work will genuinely matter.

You'll work alongside experienced and knowledgeable professionals, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects and opportunities. You'll have the freedom to bring ideas to the table, develop your skills and take ownership of your work, while being supported by a collaborative team.

You'll receive:

• Competitive salary

• Hybrid working

• Generous annual leave plus Christmas shutdown

• Employer pension contribution

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• Employee discount platform

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Mental Health First Aiders

• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Based in Didcot, Oxfordshire, this is an opportunity to join an organisation working on innovative and meaningful projects while building valuable experience in a role with genuine long-term career potential.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.