Bids Manager
Manchester – Hybrid Working
Leading professional services firm
Newly created role
We are delighted to be partnering with a leading advisory firm seeking a dynamic Bids Manager to join their team based in Manchester. This is a newly created role that will focus on UK led global bids for one of the firms highly successful service lines and presents a great opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and drive the bid process from start to finish.
This client is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. They believe in mutual support and respect, and they are proud of their distinctive, people-centred culture. The company encourages collaboration and values the diverse perspectives and experiences of their team members.
As a Bids Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire bid process, ensuring that all proposals are delivered on time and meet the highest standards. You will work closely with global teams and collaborate with stakeholders across various countries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the bid process from end-to-end, including designing project plans, setting up meetings, and tracking milestones.
- Operate the global 'Go/No-go process' and communicate recommendations to local teams.
- Advise senior stakeholders on best practice for the bid process.
- Ensure the correct skill sets are leveraged to deliver maximum value and efficiency.
- Drive delivery against the agreed project plan, ensuring all requirements are met.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a bids team, ideally within a professional services environment.
- Ability to manage the end-to-end bid process and converse comfortably with senior stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills.
- A degree or relevant professional qualification is desired but not essential.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
- Very flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Excellent career development opportunities.
Apply now to join an innovative team and take your career to the next level. If this role isn't quite the right one for you, but you know someone who would excel in it, why not take advantage of our referral programme? We offer £300 of high street gift vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role.
As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunities employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.