At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate bids, proposals, and frameworks in a dynamic tech environment.
- Company: Join a growing UK technology business focused on Government and Defence solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, bonus scheme, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive leadership team with long-term development potential.
- Why this job: Shape winning bids and make an impact in the public sector and security markets.
- Qualifications: Experience in bid management and strong written communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
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
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.
Bid Manager in Manchester employer: Richmond Square Consulting
Join a dynamic UK technology business as a Bid Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping bids and proposals for critical sectors such as Government, Defence, and Security. With a supportive senior leadership team and a culture that prioritises career progression, this hybrid role offers the chance to develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects. Enjoy competitive salary packages, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to grow into senior roles as the company continues to expand.
Contact Details:
Richmond Square Consulting Recruitment Team
