A leading financial services consultancy is seeking a Bid Manager to join its team.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
This role can be based in Birmingham (hybrid, 2 days in the office); applications will also be considered for the Cheltenham and Guildford offices.
As the Bid Manager you will play a leading role in ensuring the effective co-ordination and timely completion of tenders in accordance with agreed company processes and best practice methodologies.
Responsibilities Carrying out research for the kick off and solution meetings Leading the call / meeting to ensure relevant information is captured to facilitate the completion of the tender Ensuring win themes are developed that meet the client's objectives and company propositions Storyboard and outlining with the team to provide a 'golden thread' throughout the tender Proactively develop and manage a network of subject matter experts Communicating the key messages to key stakeholders in a timely manner Communicate and influence at a senior level Ensure consistent branding for all company specific documents Ensuring the production of Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQs), Invitation to Tenders (ITTs) and Presentations in accordance with agreed deadlines Fully owning and taking responsibility for tender projects Coordinating incoming data streams from subject matter experts Effectively communicating timetables and key messages throughout the tender process Working with the Bid Designer to produce a high quality bid response document Liaising with the Bid Designer to make sure there is available time and support to produce the required format of document Strong written English language skills are necessary for this role.
Experience/skills Experience in a similar role is expected (ideally 2 years minimum) Experience working in a professional services environment would be advantageous.
An APMP accreditation is desirable (not essential) or knowledge/awareness of best practice Internal customer focused attitude Systems experience/knowledge with proposal management software is desirable.
'Responsive' an advantage.
Proven skills in producing and editing proposal content within a complex business environment.
The bid writer will be experienced in leading storyboarding sessions, participating in key review meetings / final document review, content sign off and document production.
Experience of coordinating and updating a work management system and Bid Library is beneficial.
Must be a self-starter, highly organised, and able to work well with colleagues at all levels in the organisation.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications.
Excellent time management/prioritisation skills as well as Tender Management are essential for this role.
Pension experience is a bonus.
Should this position be of interest, please contact Ben Hannon on 44 (0) 208 126 5231, or email your CV to ben_hannonbidsolutions.com