At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic bid submissions and develop compelling win themes for new business opportunities.
- Company: Dynamic company in Birmingham with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities to work with senior stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by securing new business through high-quality proposals.
- Qualifications: Experience in bids or proposals, strong writing skills, and excellent project management.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We're looking for an experienced and driven Senior Bid & Proposals Executive to play a key role in securing new business through high-quality, strategic bid submissions. This is a fast-paced, high-impact position where you'll lead on major opportunities from early-stage strategy through to final submission.
Key Responsibilities
- Win Strategy & Positioning
- Lead the development of clear, compelling win themes and bid strategies for a range of opportunities, from targeted bids to large-scale frameworks.
- Analyse client requirements, market trends, and competitor positioning to shape a strong and differentiated approach.
- Collaborate with business development and senior stakeholders to ensure every submission aligns with broader commercial objectives.
- Identify key client drivers and translate them into tailored, persuasive messaging throughout each proposal.
- End-to-End Bid Management
- Manage multiple bids simultaneously, taking full ownership from pre-bid planning through to final submission.
- Proactively support opportunity qualification, assessing factors such as strategic fit, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Lead bid kick-off meetings, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
- Ensure all submissions are completed to a high standard, on time, and in line with client requirements.
- Maintain control of the bid process, coordinating inputs from across the business to keep everything on track.
- Content Creation & Delivery
- Draft, edit, and refine high-quality ITT (Invitation to Tender) responses, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact.
- Develop compelling executive summaries that clearly articulate value propositions and client outcomes.
- Tailor content to each opportunity, moving beyond boilerplate responses to create client-focused, winning submissions.
- Work closely with subject matter experts to translate technical information into clear, engaging content.
- Continuously improve and maintain bid content libraries and best practice materials.
- Review & Stakeholder Coordination
- Coordinate internal review processes, ensuring all content is accurate, aligned, and of the highest quality.
- Facilitate review meetings and incorporate feedback from senior stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
- Support the preparation of client presentations and interviews, helping to shape messaging and delivery.
- Ensure consistency of tone, messaging, and branding across all bid materials.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in a bids, proposals, or tendering role within a professional or corporate environment.
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear, persuasive content under tight deadlines.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Senior Bid Specialist in Birmingham employer: Robert Walters
At Robert Walters, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham location provides a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that drive personal and professional growth. With competitive salaries and a commitment to employee development, we empower our team members to excel in their careers and make a significant impact in the industry.
