Overview
Version 1 is seeking a Senior Bid Manager to own bids end-to-end on complex, high-value technology pursuits across the UK and Irish Public Sector, including managed services, cloud transformation, digital advisory, and application development. The role offers genuine ownership and variety, with an emphasis on quality and the craft of bidding. The company prioritises thoughtful use of AI tools to support bid work while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
Responsibilities
* Own bids end-to-end from RFI/PQQ through to submission and presentation
* Manage virtual bid teams across Sales, Technical, Commercial, and Delivery
* Produce and maintain bid briefs ensuring win strategy drives all content
* Facilitate strategy and review sessions with senior stakeholders
* Ensure governance, approvals, and timescales are met at every stage
* Lead the development of high-quality, client-focused bid content, directing and coaching SMEs to articulate clear, persuasive responses
* Drive editorial quality and assurance, challenging and refining contributions for clarity, compliance, consistency and strong narrative flow
* Define and drive compelling win themes, embedding them across the full submission and evidencing clear differentiation
* Prepare case studies, CVs, and supporting documentation to a high standard
* Lead post-bid reviews and maintain a structured bid knowledge library
* Identify process improvements and champion bid best practice across the team
* Coach and develop junior team members to raise overall team capability
Qualifications
* Essential
* Proven track record managing complex, high-value bids end-to-end
* Demonstrable success winning UK or Irish Public Sector technology bids
* Exceptional written communication with meticulous attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously against tight deadlines
* Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills at all levels
* Sound commercial acumen and strong financial literacy
* Confident facilitator of bid strategy and review sessions
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint
* Desirable
* Background in IT services or technology solutions bidding
* APMP Foundation or equivalent bid and proposal qualification
* Experience with tender portals, document management, or CRM platforms
Why Version 1
* Share in our success: Excellent base salary plus bonus and an opportunity to join our equity scheme
* Inclusive culture and commitment to diversity and inclusion
* Professional growth through peer mentorship and career development opportunities
* Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
* Supportive, collaborative team environment
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