About the Role: We are seeking to speak with a strategic and results-driven Head of Bids to lead our bid management function within the social housing and maintenance sector. This is a key leadership role responsible for securing high-value contracts through competitive tendering and framework agreements. You will oversee the end-to-end bid process, ensuring that proposals are commercially viable, technically robust, and aligned with the company's growth objectives. Key Responsibilities: Bid Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement a winning bid strategy aligned with business growth goals. Identify and pursue tender opportunities within social housing, planned maintenance, and responsive repairs. Manage a team of bid writers, estimators, and coordinators, ensuring a collaborative and efficient bid process. Bid & Tender Management Lead the full bid lifecycle, from PQQs and ITTs to final submissions. Review tender documents, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry regulations. Work closely with commercial, operations, and business development teams to develop competitive, innovative proposals. Conduct risk assessments and mitigation planning for all tenders. Stakeholder Engagement & Market Analysis Maintain relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and procurement bodies. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and legislative changes within social housing and maintenance. Represent the company at industry events, framework engagement sessions, and client meetings. Financial & Commercial Oversight Work with estimators and finance teams to develop accurate, cost-effective pricing models. Ensure bids are financially sound and aligned with the company’s commercial objectives. Lead post-bid reviews and lessons learned sessions to improve future success rates. Key Skills & Experience Required: Proven experience in bid management within social housing, maintenance, or public-sector contracts. Strong understanding of framework agreements, procurement regulations, and compliance. Exceptional writing, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to craft compelling bids. Commercially astute, with experience in costing, risk management, and contract negotiation. Leadership experience, with a track record of managing and developing bid teams. Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Desirable: Knowledge of housing compliance, fire safety, retrofit, and sustainability regulations. Familiarity with procurement portals such as Proactis, Delta, or Housing Procurement Partnership (HPP). Experience in Social Housing, Maintnence or Residential Bid Writing/Management will be preferred