Bid Manager

Anthem Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established UK law firm is seeking a dynamic Pitch Manager to enhance their business development efforts. This exciting role involves leading the pitch function, coaching Partners, and implementing best practices to significantly improve the firm's bid success rate. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, the position offers substantial growth potential in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Bid Management, with the opportunity to influence high-stakes pitches and contribute to the firm's ongoing success. If you're passionate about driving results and making an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Bid Management with a focus on the full pitch lifecycle.
• Ability to coach stakeholders for effective presentations.

Responsibilities

• Establish best practices for pitch management and coaching Partners.
• Lead major pitches to optimize win rates for larger RFPs.

Skills

Bid Management

Stakeholder Coaching

Presentation Skills

Pitch Lifecycle Management

Job description

First appointment Pitching / Bid Manager role in a growing UK law firm. London / hybrid working with 3 days in the office a week. Salary up to £80k.

This UK law firm, well known for their disputes and private client work, has grown over the last few years and now requires a dedicated Pitch function to support their BD team. The firm has a bid success rate of around 50% but aims to optimise their win rate for larger RFPs. They are seeking a Pitch Manager to establish their central best practice, coach Partners, and lead on major pitches. The role offers significant long-term growth potential, possibly including additional support.

The ideal candidate would be a credible Bid Manager with experience across the full pitch lifecycle, stakeholder coaching for presentations, and developing central bid libraries. Legal experience is preferred but not essential; candidates from wider professional services or large built environment firms are also encouraged to apply.