Job Title: Senior Bid Writer / Bid Manager
Location: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote, flexible across locations)
Salary: Competitive package
Overview
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Manager or Senior Bid Writer to lead the delivery of winning bids and manage a high-performing team. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on bid writing, ensuring high-quality, compliant submissions that secure key projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, coach, and develop a team of Bid Writers and a Bid Executive.
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Manage the full bid lifecycle, from strategy to submission.
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Develop and implement robust bid strategies to maximise success rates.
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Coordinate with Business Development and Operations to manage the bid pipeline.
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Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
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Ensure bids are compliant, compelling, and submitted on time.
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Drive continuous improvement in processes, governance, and best practice.
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Track performance, analyse feedback, and implement improvements.
Skills & Experience
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Proven experience managing end-to-end bids within construction, housing, or related sectors.
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Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire a team.
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In-depth knowledge of UK procurement regulations and tendering processes.
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Experience developing and embedding structured bid processes.
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Excellent writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
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Proactive, process-driven, and detail-oriented.
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Flexibility to work occasional non-standard hours around deadlines.
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Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
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Degree or equivalent qualification.
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Relevant professional certifications.
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Strong track record in proposal and tender writing.
Benefits
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23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service).
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Generous referral scheme.
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Employee discounts and savings platform.
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Supportive team culture with regular socials.
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Access to Mental Health First Aiders.
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Annual training budget for personal and professional development