Bid Manager

Bid Manager – Bids & Proposals Manchester / Hybrid / Remote My client is looking for a Bid Manager to join a growing UK technology business delivering solutions across UK Government, Defence, Security and NATO-related markets. This is an opportunity to take ownership of bids, proposals, frameworks and capture activity within a business that is continuing to grow in the UK. The role will suit someone who enjoys bid writing, framework management, stakeholder engagement and shaping winning responses in a structured, commercially aware environment. You will work closely with the UK Regional Director and wider senior team, helping to identify opportunities, manage bid activity, write strong responses and improve the company’s overall approach to bids and proposals. This role offers strong long-term progression and could suit someone looking to grow into a Head of Bids / Head of Proposals role as the UK business continues to scale. Benefits • £55,000 – £75,000 basic salary, depending on experience • Bonus / commission scheme • Hybrid / remote working • Pension • Career progression • Opportunity to shape and grow the bids function • Exposure to UK Government, Defence, Security and NATO-related markets • Supportive senior leadership team • Long-term development opportunity The role and responsibilities • Leading and coordinating bids, proposals, RFQs, ITTs and mini-competitions • Identifying and reviewing relevant bid and framework opportunities • Working closely with senior stakeholders to shape bid strategy and response approach • Writing, editing and managing high-quality bid submissions • Reviewing tender documentation and ensuring responses are compliant and well structured • Coordinating input from sales, technical, commercial, legal and delivery teams • Supporting bid / no-bid decisions and capture planning activity • Managing framework documentation, renewals, call-offs and related bid activity • Helping to develop reusable bid content, templates and proposal material • Ensuring bids are submitted on time and to a high standard • Supporting continuous improvement across bid processes, governance and win rates • Helping the business position itself effectively across public sector and secure technology markets Key skills • Previous experience in bid management, bid writing, proposals or tender response • Strong written communication and proposal development skills • Experience reviewing frameworks, tender documents and submission requirements • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines • Strong attention to detail and ability to produce compliant, well-structured responses • Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams • Commercially aware with the ability to understand win themes, positioning and value proposition • Experience coordinating input from technical, commercial and operational teams • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities • Eligible and willing to undergo UK security clearance Desired skills • Experience with UK Government, public sector, defence, security or NATO-related bids • Experience working within a systems integrator, technology consultancy, managed services provider or similar environment • Knowledge of government frameworks, procurement routes and public sector tendering • Experience supporting capture planning and framework strategy • Understanding of compliance-led bid environments • Experience helping to build or improve a bids / proposals function • Exposure to secure technology, defence, infrastructure, cyber or cloud-related services would be beneficial This role could suit someone with around 3–7 years’ bid / proposals experience who is ready to take on more ownership and grow with the business. If you would like more details about this position, please apply via the link or contact me directly on LinkedIn. All the best, Charlie Syrett Richmond Square Consulting Ltd Alternative job titles: Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposal Manager, Proposals Manager, Bids and Proposals Manager, Capture Manager, Framework Manager, Tender Manager, Public Sector Bid Manager Buzzword search: Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposal Manager, Proposals, Tender, ITT, RFQ, Frameworks, Capture, Public Sector, Government, Defence, NATO, Security, Systems Integrator