We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Bid Manager to join our existing experienced team. What do we look for in a Bid Manager? We are powered by brilliant people. As a Bid Manager you will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the following: Proposals and Bids Lead the maturation of Proposal and Bid process, including planning, training and conduct for Shipley Team Reviews Lead the initiation and development of all competitive Proposals and Bids Coordinate development of Cost, Technical and Commercial aspects of Proposals and Bids Support completion of follow-on Proposals and Bids Support Proposal and Bid writing training across SiXworks Work within teams and partnerships to deliver Proposals and Bids Manage repository of proposals, bids and evidence BD Pipeline Support the development of the Pipeline process Support delivery of Proposal Gate Reviews Hand over proposals upon to contract award to Project Manager and Project Accountant Planning Support applications and maintenance on frameworks (GCloud etc) Support the development of the Business Growth plans Support the identification and classification of new opportunities A background in Military or Defense is highly desirable About SiXworks SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. We are unified in our mission to accelerate innovation and adoption of secure, digital technology to improve the operational agility of Defence and National Security. This is an exciting time for us, we have ambitious plans for continued growth and development, and we are seeking to add brilliant, experienced, motivated, and passionate people to our team to work with us on this journey. Why join SiXworks? Our team is a fusion of brilliance, featuring senior operational, technical, and business leaders from various industries and the armed forces. We're also powered by a league of extraordinary IT engineers, architects, developers, and project managers. Together, we're an unstoppable force of digital innovation SiXworks’ expertise includes Secure-by-Design, cloud computing, advanced network and infrastructure design, rapid application development, cross-security domain systems, multi-tenanted High-Performance Compute, multi-source data platforms, cyber vulnerability mitigation, and intelligence systems. We provide supplier-agnostic, technical, and business consultancy to customers while championing open-source and best-of-breed technologies. What can we offer in return? SiXworks offers a unique work culture around our core principles Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. Together, these six principles form SiXworks' NORTH STAR, guiding the organisation towards success. This is reflected in the raft of benefits available to all our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer: 25 days annual leave bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme Contributory pension scheme Professional Development opportunities EV scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Perks at Work scheme. Contributory company pension. Discretionary Bonus scheme. Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities. Casual dress. Free hot and cold drinks in our own, modern kitchen/break-out. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) SiXworks is an IBM subsidiary which has been acquired by IBM and will be integrated into the IBM organisation. SiXworks will be the hiring entity. By proceeding with this application, you understand that SiXworks will share your personal information with other IBM subsidiaries involved in your recruitment process, wherever these are located. More Information on how IBM protects your personal information, including the safeguards in case of cross-border data transfer, are available here: https://www.ibm.com/privacy What to do next? If you are interested in the above, please apply using the link provided. Notice SiXworks recognises the benefits of Reserve service to Country, Company and individual. We support Reservists and actively encourage them to apply. We are not considering submissions from agencies.