Contract Proposals Manager in London

Contract Proposals Manager - 6 Months

An established global professional services firm is seeking a proactive Contract Proposals Manager to join its Global Proposals Team on a delivery-focused basis.

The role will independently manage smaller cross-practice, cross-jurisdiction pitches and proposals, while providing hands-on support for larger, complex bids and overflow work during peak periods.

Key responsibilities

• Manage proposals end-to-end, from initial brief to final submission.

• Review RFPs, RFIs and tender requirements to ensure compliant, tailored responses.

• Coordinate input from partners, lawyers and Business Development teams.

• Draft and edit compelling proposal content, credentials, team profiles and client responses.

• Liaise with Pricing teams on proposal pricing.

• Manage deadlines, reviews, approvals and production of polished pitch documents.

• Support complex pitches, practice group proposals and wider team priorities.

The ideal candidate

• Has proposals, bids or business development experience, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment.

• Understands the full pitch and proposal lifecycle.

• Is an excellent writer and editor with exceptional attention to detail.

• Combines strong project management skills with the ability to juggle competing deadlines.

• Is confident engaging senior stakeholders and coordinating multiple contributors.

• Takes a proactive, flexible and collaborative approach.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on proposals professional who enjoys taking ownership, producing high-quality submissions and helping a global team deliver under pressure.

#J-18808-Ljbffr