Overview
Talent Acquisition Manager - UK, EU, GCC and US @ Investigo and The IN Group
The IN Group | City of London, Hybrid | Competitive Basic Salary + bonus
What the role is
The Head of Bids leads the formal and non-formal bid management process and team, from pre-qualification through to contract award, for Investigo, InX, BioTalent & Definia. The role coordinates and produces proposals, manages cross-functional teams, and ensures submissions meet highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance. Focus on growing the company’s win rate from pitch (PowerPoint) through to multi-million pound bids and supporting the sales floor.
Experience Needed
* Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in bid management, proposal development, ideally within the Recruitment or Talent Industry
* Proven experience of bids process management within consulting
* Proven track record of successfully managing and winning large-scale bids
Skills
* Strong project management and organisational skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Proficiency in bid management software and Microsoft Office Suite
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Leadership and team management skills
Personal Attributes
* Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work
* Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
* Self-motivated and proactive with a strategic mindset
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs
Key Responsibilities
* Bid Management: Lead the end-to-end bid process (PQQ, RFI, RFP, final submission); develop bid strategies aligned with company objectives; coordinate input from sales, finance, legal, and technical teams; write, edit, and review proposal content; ensure compliance; manage schedules; tailor proposals and presentations; oversee pitch deck creation; content curation for templates, case studies, and key messages.
* Stakeholder Management: Work with senior management to develop win strategies and differentiators; provide regular progress updates; mentor bid managers and coordinators; drive continuous improvement of bid processes.
* Market Analysis & Research: Identify new opportunities and monitor competitor activities; capture feedback to improve future bids.
* Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all bid activities comply with policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards; identify and mitigate bid risks.
What we offer
* Autonomous working environment with an experienced hire model
* Regular international travel for high achievers
* Generous referral scheme
* Hybrid working with flexible policy
* Private health insurance, eye tests, discounted gym memberships
* Wellbeing initiatives (yoga, martial arts, morning sessions) and social events
* Wellbeing and Engagement committee
* Charity initiatives (e.g., Big Investigo Give)
Job function & seniority
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Writing/Editing and Consulting
* Industries: Business Consulting and Services; Staffing and Recruiting
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