We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced BID MANAGER/WRITER to join our head office team based in Luton, working for Neville Special Projects.
Reporting into the senior management team, the post holder will be responsible for leading the bid process, producing high-quality, compelling bid and tender submissions across public sector frameworks, commercial tenders and opportunities within high security and the blue light community. The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-focused, commercially aware and possess excellent written communication skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels within the business.
The main duties and responsibilities of the position are to include, but are not limited to:
Leading the end-to-end bid and tender process for public sector frameworks, commercial tenders and blue light sector opportunities.
Writing, editing and proofreading clear, persuasive and compliant bid responses.
Reviewing tender documentation to identify requirements, risks, compliance obligations and opportunities.
Analyse tender documentation, scoring matrices, and evaluation criteria to shape responses.
Strategically review feedback from unsuccessful bids and implement continuous improvement.
Maintain pipeline database on Union Square.
Leverage digital AI tools to maximise efficiency.
Coordinating input from subject matter experts and senior stakeholders across the business.
Developing bid plans, response structures and win themes tailored to client requirement.
Ensuring all submissions meet framework, regulatory, quality and security requirements.
Managing submission deadlines, formatting requirements and electronic tender portals.
Maintaining and developing bid libraries, case studies, CVs and standard response content.
Supporting post-submission activities including clarifications, presentations and feedback reviews.
Monitoring framework opportunities and pipeline activity in collaboration with management.
Supporting continuous improvement of bid processes, quality and content.
Assisting with one-off business projects either solely or as part of a team.
Role
Package
The successful applicant will be well presented, highly motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
In return, we offer a competitive rate of pay plus benefits and training will be given.
Benefits:
Highly competitive salary dependent on experience.
33 days a year inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata to days worked.
Contributory pension.
Non-contributory life cover.
Free parking on site. Adjacent to Leagrave mainline railway station.
Some hybrid working opportunities if required.
Continued professional development as part of our Life Long Learning programme.
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