Bid Manager in Manchester

Bid Manager

Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

We’re recruiting for a Bids & Proposals Manager to lead complex, high-value submissions for a purpose-driven law firm with a clear mission: to improve lives, communities, and society. This is a pivotal role within the Marketing & Business Development team, supporting the firm’s Strategy 2030 and driving continued growth across multiple legal sectors.

You’ll take ownership of the end-to-end bid process — from opportunity identification through to strategy, content development, submission, and post-bid analysis. Working closely with partners, sector leads, lawyers, and senior stakeholders, you’ll shape compelling, client-focused proposals that strengthen the firm’s market position and win new work.

This role is ideal for an experienced bids professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings strategic thinking to each opportunity, and enjoys mentoring and developing others within a fast-paced, purpose-led organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and delivery of high-quality bids and proposals across all sectors
• Develop bid strategies, win themes, and go-to-market approaches to maximise success rates
• Manage and mentor a high-performing bids team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
• Coordinate complex submissions, ensuring timelines, compliance, and brand consistency
• Maintain and enhance the bid library including templates, case studies, and core content
• Analyse bid performance, producing insights to shape future strategies and opportunities
• Work closely with Marketing & Business Development colleagues to align bid activity with firmwide growth objectives
• Collaborate with partners and lawyers to create tailored, persuasive, and client-focused proposals

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience managing bids or proposals within professional services or a comparable environment
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Excellent written communication with a flair for producing persuasive, high-quality content
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into winning bids
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or developing a team
• Collaborative, proactive, and committed to delivering work to a high standard

What Our Client Offers

• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days annual leave plus 2 gift days at Christmas
• 3 social-purpose volunteering days per year
• Newly refurbished Birmingham office with an onsite café and free onsite gym access
• Full IT setup for effective hybrid working
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced bids professional with a passion for delivering high-impact proposals and supporting a values-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you.