Graduate / Entry-Level Bid & Content Executive (SC290426IR)

Overview

Reference
SC290426IR

Salary
£28,000 - £30,000/annum + 5k annual bonus

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- Yorkshire and the Humber -- West Yorkshire -- Leeds

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
29 April 2026


Graduate / Entry-Level Bid & Content Executive
Location: Armley, Leeds
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 + £5,000 bonus (paid quarterly)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00 (office-based)

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a graduate who is at the very start of their career and eager to build a future in a creative, commercial environment. A degree is essential for this role, but the subject is flexible.

You’ll be someone with a naturally imaginative and creative mindset, combined with excellent written communication skills. This is an entry-level opportunity with full training provided, so no prior bid writing experience is required—just the right attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn.


About the Role
We’re excited to be recruiting for a Bid and Content Executive to join a small, dynamic team within a growing Facilities Management business specialising in soft services. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone early in their career who has strong writing skills and is looking to develop within a creative, commercial environment.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the business to secure new contracts across both public and private sectors, working on high-value bids with well-known UK and international brands.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting, editing, and proofreading high-quality bid responses
  • Tailoring submissions to meet client specifications and evaluation criteria
  • Managing deadlines and coordinating multiple bid submissions
  • Maintaining and updating the bid content library
  • Collaborating with subject matter experts to gather key information and best practice examples

About You

  • Degree educated (essential)
  • Strong written and communication skills
  • GCSE English (Grade C / Level 5 or above)
  • Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organised
  • Able to use initiative and manage workload effectively
  • No prior bid writing experience required – full training provided

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary with quarterly bonus structure
  • Exposure to large-scale bids (average project value circa £10 million)
  • Opportunity to work with major UK and international clients
  • Modern office environment with up-to-date technology and social spaces (including pool table)
  • 20 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Ongoing training and development
  • After 6 months: access to fully funded further education and professional bid writing courses

Why Apply?
This role is perfect for someone who has recently graduated and is looking for a long-term career path, or someone seeking a fresh, creative challenge in a supportive and sociable team environment.

For any further questions, please contact Shannon.clough@irweb.co.uk / 0113 866 2042 at Interaction Recruitment, Leeds.

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Contact information

Shannon Clough