Job description
Senior Bid Manager – Security & Technical Services
Are you an experienced bid professional with a proven track record of delivering multi-million-pound winning bids? Our client, a global leader in technical security services, is seeking a Senior Bid Manager to lead and shape their bid function. This is a pivotal role with end-to-end ownership of the bid process, working in a dynamic sales environment alongside senior leaders to drive success on national and international opportunities.
What’s on Offer?
Basic Salary to £80K + 10% bonus
Career Progression: Opportunities to influence and lead within a growing global organisation.
High-Profile Role: Engage with C-suite stakeholders and major clients.
Dynamic Environment: Join a fast-paced, collaborative team with a focus on innovation and excellence.
Hybrid Model- WFH up to 4 days a week
Private Medical + DIS
Support and contribution to APMP
As a Senior Bid Manager, you will lead bid strategy development and ensure the delivery of compliant, competitive, and commercially viable bids. You’ll take ownership of bid procedures, managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver compelling proposals and risk-managed solutions. Collaborating closely with senior management, your input will shape opportunity qualification, win strategies, and solution delivery.
Key Responsibilities
You will oversee bid qualification, lead cross-functional virtual bid teams, and manage all aspects of the proposal lifecycle, including financial modelling, risk tracking, and compliance. Your role will also involve creating strategic bid plans, refining internal processes, and engaging with clients at senior levels to drive success. Maintaining sales documentation, conducting lessons-learned reviews, and providing market and customer insights will also form a critical part of your responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a commercially astute bid leader with experience in delivering complex, high-value opportunities. You should have a strong understanding of the competitive marketplace, governance procedures, along with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including CEOs and directors. Exceptional communication skills, leadership capabilities, and proficiency in analytical and planning tools are essential for this role.
Additional Desirables
Degree-level education and APMP Practitioner or Professional certification are highly advantageous, as is a track record of success in managing budgets, driving process improvements, and enhancing client satisfaction. However support in APMP study is available.
Join a team where your expertise will directly influence business growth and success, with opportunities to mentor and develop a high-performing bid team.
Apply now to become a key driver in this exciting journey!