Bid Writer & Coordinator
Location: UK or IE (Remote/Hybrid options available) | Type: 6-month fixed-term contract (possible extension) | Start: ASAP | Hours: Full-time| Salary: Commensurate with experience
We’re looking for a Bid Writer & Coordinator to lead and shape compelling, strategic bids and funding applications that align with our mission: delivering impactful, responsible technology solutions that create real-world value.
If you have experience in securing funding and key contracts across the public and private sectors, and have experience in European Union funding programmes, we would love to hear from you.
Who we are
At Trilateral Research we build Responsible AI (RAI) products and deliver services that empower organisations to develop and deploy AI responsibly. Our products and services are grounded in over 15 years of pioneering research and methodological innovation. Our award-winning solutions tackle the most complex, sensitive social issues facing our societies today, including child safeguarding, public health improvement and climate action.
What you will do
You will play a central role in driving our growth and impact by:
Leading the full bid lifecycle – from identifying opportunities to submission and post-bid evaluation.
Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to shape compelling proposals.
Developing clear, competitive, and high-quality content that translates complex research and solutions into accessible, persuasive narratives for bids.
Managing multiple bids simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and quality remains exceptional.
Ensuring compliance with funding criteria, evaluation frameworks, and organisational standards.
Refining our bid process and building a robust bid library, capturing lessons learned, and driving continuous improvement.
Identifying and managing funding opportunities from public/private sectors and major programmes like Horizon Europe.
Analysing our funding pipeline, supporting the business development strategy, and advising leadership on strategic direction.
Staying on top of market trends and competitor activity in Responsible AI and adjacent fields.
What you bring
Essential Requirements:
Minimum of 4 years’ bid writing and/or funding application experience.
Proven track record of successful funding applications, ideally in Responsible AI or related technology domains.
Solid knowledge of public procurement and tendering processes, especially EU frameworks like Horizon Europe.
Professional qualification and/or degree in a related field that supports the core application requirements.
Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling proposals.
Strong organisational and time management skills and ability to handle multiple bids without missing a beat.
A collaborative spirit with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders.
Ability to work confidently with new or unfamiliar topics.
Desirable Requirements:
Master’s degree and/or experience specifically in Responsible AI or responsible innovation.
Familiarity or experience with R&D projects and experience in public sector or EU-funded work.
Understanding of GDPR, data ethics, and relevant Responsible AI policies.
Ability to adjust and pivot quickly in response to changing organisational and/or funder/client requirements.
Demonstrated interest in AI and technology policy.
What we offer
Competitive salary & enhanced pension (based on service)
Enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with tenure
Flexible and remote working options
Supportive, collaborative work culture
How to Apply
Application requirements: Please submit your CV and complete all application questions listed, to have your application considered. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the country the role requires.
Application deadline: Friday the 29th of August at 1pm (UK/IE).
Timelines: Our hiring team will be continuously reviewing and progressing applications as they are submitted. We receive a high volume of applications, and we will only be able to progress applicants that meet all the essential requirements listed in this description.
Key Information
We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
At Trilateral Research, we value privacy and data protection rights. We have a longstanding data protection culture and promote robust ethical standards in data management and research ethics. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice in relation to our recruitment activities before submitting your application to work with us.
