Internal Recruitment Team Manager at The Growth Company
Head of Bid Writing
Remote-based with occasional travel to Manchester HQ
Full-time | Permanent
Salary up to £65,000 per annum
The Growth Company is a fast‑growing, mission‑led social enterprise dedicated to making a positive difference. We deliver high‑impact services that help people, businesses, and places overcome social, economic, and business challenges. With demand for our innovative approach at an all‑time high, we’re expanding our team to meet the scale of opportunity ahead.
We’re now seeking a strategic and hands‑on Head of Bid Writing to lead the development of large, complex, and innovative bids across our key markets: Employment Services, Justice, Youth, Health, and Business Support.
As Head of Bid Writing, you will:
* Lead the creation of winning bids and tenders, ensuring high‑quality, high‑scoring submissions.
* Provide strategic oversight and sign‑off on win themes, storyboards, and final edits for priority bids.
* Manage and coordinate cross‑functional bid teams to deliver compliant, compelling proposals.
* Develop tailored win strategies aligned with GC’s growth ambitions.
* Coach and support the wider business development team in bid writing and production.
* Maintain GC’s bidding portals and ensure timely, compliant uploads.
* Collaborate across departments to shape innovative propositions and secure new contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the production of bids, tenders, and propositions to maximise scoring potential.
* Lead strategic bids through all stages of development and governance.
* Act as a challenge and sign‑off point for bid content and structure.
* Deliver training and support to enhance bid writing capability across GC.
* Maintain and improve bid documentation, templates, and best practice resources.
* Monitor market intelligence and networks to identify new opportunities.
What You’ll Bring:
* Proven success in leading and winning large‑scale public sector bids.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong commercial awareness and creative thinking.
* Deep understanding of public procurement and commissioning processes.
* Experience working with funders such as DWP, ESFA, MOJ, BEIS, and local authorities.
* Ability to lead storyboarding, editing, and final production of high‑quality submissions.
* Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in bid development within relevant markets.
* Degree‑level education or equivalent.
* Familiarity with tendering portals and public sector procurement.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
* IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft Office 365.
Why Join Us?
At GC, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team that thrives on innovation and impact. We embrace flexible working, enabling you to work remotely while staying connected through cutting‑edge technology and twice‑monthly team meetups in Manchester.
You’ll help shape the future of our organisation and the communities we serve.
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