Bid Consultant

About the Company

A specialist professional services organisation that helps its clients win business through bid consultancy, training and best-practice processes. Working across a wide range of sectors, the company supports organisations with diverse bids, offering exposure to different industries, services and solutions. They pride themselves on a strong, collaborative culture where individuals are supported in their growth and development, with a clear focus on continuous learning, teamwork and high performance.

Purpose of the Role

The Bid Consultant will play a key role in supporting clients to win business by managing and delivering high-quality tender submissions. This role focuses on producing compelling, high-scoring responses while guiding stakeholders through the bid process.

Key Responsibilities

Bid & Proposal Management
• Lead and manage tender responses end-to-end on behalf of clients
• Write, edit and review compelling bid content using multiple data sources
• Manage subject matter experts (SMEs) through the bid process to ensure high-quality submissions
• Utilise bid tools and best-practice processes to support response development

Stakeholder Coordination
• Act as a key point of contact for client queries and communication
• Build strong, trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Collaborate with SMEs and client teams to gather insights and content
• Participate in client meetings and workshops

Pipeline & Opportunity Management
• Manage procurement portals and submission processes
• Identify and share relevant tender opportunities
• Support clients in improving their bid and business development activities

Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Support clients in optimising their bid processes and approach
• Apply best-practice methodologies to improve bid quality and outcomes
• Contribute to team collaboration and continuous learning initiatives

Content Development & Presentation Support
• Develop and refine written bid responses and supporting materials
• Assist in preparing client presentations and pitch materials
• Facilitate meetings and provide feedback on practice presentations

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience within bid management, bid writing or editorial roles
• Account management or client-facing experience is advantageous
• A relevant degree (e.g. English, Journalism, History) is desirable
• Experience working with bid tools, content libraries or procurement portals is beneficial

What’s on Offer

• Flexible, hybrid working
• Personal development plan aligned to a skills matrix
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bonus scheme (linked to company performance)
• Social events and team activities
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service, plus buy/sell option)

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