Job Description

A leading financial services consultancy is seeking a Bid Manager to join its team. 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
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