You can get into this job through:
Some employers will expect you to have a degree.
Relevant subjects include:
You could also study a subject relevant to an industry you want to specialise in, like IT, civil engineering or housing.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
You can work towards this role by completing a bid and proposal co-ordinator advanced apprenticeship.
Entry requirements:
You could start as a trainee or junior bid writer. You’ll usually need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English and maths. Many employers will prefer you to have at least A levels.
You may also be able to work your way up through administrative jobs, especially in bid writing companies.
The Association of Bid & Proposal Management Professionals offers qualifications for people working in bid and proposal writing.
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Bid writers prepare documents used to request contracts to provide services or apply for funding.
As a bid writer you'll:
Location : You could work at a client's business or in an office.