Job description
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 for the Senior Bid Manager
Lead theend-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 Required of the Senior Bid Manager
Proven success managing bids for complex, high-value opportunitiesin technical security or related sectors.
Strong commercial understanding, includingP&L and risk management.
Exceptionalwritten 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 per week in the office.
If you’re a results-driven Senior Bid Manager professional with a passion for delivering exceptional bids, we’d love to hear from you!