Are you ready to take your career to the next level? An exciting opportunity awaits for a talented and driven individual to join a leading team as a Bids Manager. Based in either Bristol or Manchester, this role comes with a national remit, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the ambitious growth strategy and shape the future of the organization.
About the Company:
As a top 50 UK commercial law firm, our client has consistently set the standard for excellence in legal services. Renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes, the firm has earned a distinguished reputation within the legal industry. Boasting numerous prestigious awards, it stands as a testament to the organization's unwavering dedication to excellence.
What sets this law firm apart is its unparalleled growth trajectory. For the past decade, it has outpaced every other law firm in the UK, showcasing a commitment to innovation, client satisfaction, and a dynamic approach to legal solutions. Joining this firm means becoming part of a success story that continues to redefine the landscape of commercial law.
Why Join?
Known for its open, collaborative, and supportive culture, the organization believes in recognizing hard work, valuing innovative ideas, and empowering team members to develop and progress in their careers. As a Bids Manager, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the organization's success story, working with a dynamic bids team and contributing to the retention and acquisition of new business across core sectors.
Role Overview:
As a Bids Manager, responsibilities include:
- Developing a deep knowledge of the organization's sector offering, clients, service lines, and initiatives.
- Managing bid requirements, leading the bid "go/no-go" process, and identifying key stakeholders.
- Creating and implementing a structured best practice end-to-end bid process.
- Collaborating with partners and subject matter experts to develop winning strategies.
- Writing compelling bid copy aligned with the organization's tone of voice guidelines.
- Project managing bids from opportunity assessment to submission and post-submission feedback.
- Working with Commercial Business Partners to inform and develop pricing strategy.
- Producing tender analysis and maintaining the content management system.
- Coaching bid teams for client presentations and managing continuous process improvements.
Skills and Experience:
To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple deadlines.
- Confident communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact across various levels.
- Exceptional attention to detail, spelling, and grammar.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Solid technical/IT understanding.
- An understanding of the regulatory environment (advantageous).
If you are ready to make a significant impact, be a part of a collaborative team, and drive success, we invite you to apply for this exciting Bids Manager position. Join this organization in shaping the future and advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
Apply now and be a key player in the journey of growth and success!