Proposal Manager
Salary: Up to £60,000-£65,000 + excellent benefits
Location: Flexible/Hybrid (UK-based)
Sector: Facilities Management / Support Services
We are seeking a talented and experienced Proposal Manager to take ownership of high-quality, client-focused tender submissions within the Facilities Management (FM) sector. This role will play a critical part in shaping and delivering compelling proposals that clearly demonstrate value, innovation, and strategic alignment with client requirements.
This is a hands-on, end-to-end position that combines bid strategy, content development, stakeholder engagement, and submission oversight. You'll work closely with operational and subject matter experts to develop tailored, persuasive proposals that stand out in competitive tendering environments.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage the full bid lifecycle from early-stage qualification (PQQs, EOIs) to final submission and post-tender clarifications.
2. Lead bid strategy development, win theme creation, and value proposition articulation.
3. Coordinate and facilitate kick-off meetings, storyboarding, and reviews to ensure alignment and accountability.
4. Write and edit clear, benefit-led proposal content tailored to specific client needs.
5. Ensure compliance with submission requirements and maintain high standards of structure, clarity, and visual presentation.
6. Collaborate with commercial, operational, and technical leads to develop innovative and commercially viable delivery models.
7. Maintain and update bid plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications throughout the process.
8. Coach and mentor internal contributors on bid best practice to raise submission quality.
9. Conduct research on clients, competitors, and markets to inform strategic approach.
10. Support the development of presentations and manage Q&A responses under tight deadlines.
11. Lead lessons learned and continuous improvement activity to evolve future submissions.
What We're Looking For
12. Proven experience in bid or proposal management, ideally within the FM or support services sectors.
13. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills - with the ability to simplify complex information.
14. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects concurrently.
15. Comfortable leading cross-functional teams and engaging senior stakeholders.
16. Collaborative and assertive - able to influence and motivate others in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
17. Competitive salary up to £65,000
18. Excellent benefits package (includes pension, private health, paid leave, and other flexible perks)
19. Supportive and forward-thinking work environment
20. Opportunity to shape and influence strategic bid outcomes
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.