Head of Bids
About the role
A senior leadership role responsible for setting the direction for our bids function, leading and developing the team, and ensuring high‑quality proposals that drive commercial success.
Key responsibilities
- Set the direction of the bids function aligned with commercial priorities and growth plans.
- Establish clear governance across the bid lifecycle, from pipeline through submission and pitch.
- Focus effort on the opportunities that matter most, supporting effective bid decisions.
- Work with partners and client teams to shape strong, client‑focused proposals.
- Provide clear value propositions, messaging and high‑quality submissions.
- Build strong relationships across the firm, acting as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders.
- Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing, inclusive team of bid professionals.
- Improve ways of working, including the use of data, technology, AI and new tools.
- Provide insight on performance to support continuous improvement.
Required qualifications and experience
- Experience leading bids or proposals in a professional services or similar environment.
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and contributing to decision‑making.
- Ability to connect bid activity to wider business goals.
- Strong communication skills, with a focus on clarity and quality.
- A collaborative and supportive leadership style.
- Good commercial awareness and sound judgement.
- Interest in improving processes, including the use of data, AI and technology.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and access to a profit share scheme.
- Flexible selection of employee benefits to fit your lifestyle.
- On‑site mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Mentoring opportunities and access to our award‑winning learning portal, Aspire.
- Regular social activities, three days paid volunteering leave each year and a day’s leave to celebrate your birthday.
- Hybrid working model with two in‑office days per week and flexible hours between 7am and 7pm.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are continually working to improve our inclusive culture and employ diverse talent. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, which includes but isn’t limited to age, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, marital or civil partnership status, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation and socio‑economic background.
Head of Bids employer: Hymans Robertson
Hymans Robertson is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while fostering an inclusive culture focused on employee wellbeing. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers within a supportive environment, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the investment services sector.
