Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Senior Bid Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process, ensuring winning proposals are delivered in line with strategic goals. Reporting to the Global Managing Director, you will oversee bid procedures, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and drive success on multi-million-pound opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end bid process, from qualification through to delivery.
* Manage inputs from sales, marketing, finance, and operations to produce compliant, high-quality bids.
* Develop and implement winning bid strategies aligned with customer requirements.
* Prepare and review bid documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and commercial viability.
* Oversee risk assessment and mitigation throughout the bid lifecycle.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior levels (CEO/Director).
* Track and manage budgets, deadlines, and bid progress.
* Analyze lessons learned post-bid to improve future processes and outcomes.
Experience & Skills
* Proven success managing bids for complex, high-value opportunities in technical security or related sectors.
* Strong commercial understanding, including P&L and risk management.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
* Solid knowledge of competitive markets, governance procedures, and CRM systems.
* Experience working under tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
What is on Offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on high-profile, strategic projects.
* A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
* Hybrid working- 1 day a week office based.
If you're a results-driven professional with a passion for delivering exceptional bids, we'd love to hear from you