Bid Manager - Legal Services

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Leeds is seeking a Bid Manager to oversee the bid process and ensure high-quality proposals. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and at least 2 years of experience in a bids-related role, ideally within professional services. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days of holiday and an enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy an additional 5 days

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a Bids related role, ideally in a lead management capacity.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the bid process from qualification through to contract award.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality proposals and presentations to clients.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Job description

• Hybrid working - 2 days per week in office
• Work for an industry leading legal firm

About Our Client

Our client is a well established legal firm based in Leeds. They are a mid-sized organisation with a broad customer base, known for their commitment to delivering excellent service and fostering a supportive working environment.

Job Description

The Bid Manager - Legal Services role will involve:

• Lead the bid process from qualification through to contract award.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality proposals and presentations to clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information for bids.
• Monitor the market and competitor activities to inform bid strategy.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the bid process.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of bid processes and practices.
• Provide regular reports on bid performance to senior management.

The Successful Applicant

For the Bid Manager - Legal Services role, applicants should have:

• 2+ years experience in a Bids related role, ideally in a lead management capacity. Although more junior applications will be considered.
• A background in professional services, in particular the legal space, is preferred. Other sector based experience may include financial services, business services.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to lead autonomously in a Bids role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• High attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality proposals.
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

What's on Offer

On offer for the Bid Manager - Legal Services role:

• Base salary up to £55,000 - experience dependent.
• Hybrid working set up - 2 days onsite per week.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy an additional 5 days.
• Enhanced pension scheme.