Bid Manager- Security Services

Palmer McCarthy Solutions Ltd; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking an experienced Bid Manager for a hybrid role based in Harlow, Essex. You will manage the bid lifecycle, producing high-quality proposals for security services. The ideal candidate has a background in bid management within the security sector, strong writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively under tight deadlines. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working flexibility, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager, Bid Writer or similar.
• Strong understanding of security service delivery models.
• Excellent written English; ability to create client-focused content.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bid processes for tenders.
• Produce persuasive written submissions.
• Collaborate with operational teams to structure technical content.

Skills

Bid Management

Technical Writing

Stakeholder Engagement

Organizational Skills

IT Competency

Tools

Word

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Bid Manager Security & Surveillance Services

Location: Harlow (1 day per week on-site)

Salary: £60,000 + Benefits

Working Pattern: Hybrid (4 days home-based / 1 day office-based)

Our client is a leading UK-wide provider of manned security, patrol services, rapid‑response, and 24/7 surveillance across multiple sectors, including rail, infrastructure, land management, and critical national assets.

With a large, highly trained workforce and an advanced in‑house control room operating 24/7/365, we deliver outstanding protection for land, property, infrastructure, and the people who rely on them.

Our reputation is built on reliability, innovation, transparency, and exceptional service delivery qualities recognised through industry awards and long‑standing client partnerships. As we continue to grow across the UK, we are now seeking a talented Bid Manager to support our continued expansion.

The Role

The Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in securing new contracts and supporting major re‑tenders. You will lead the full bid lifecycle from opportunity identification and storyboarding to producing compelling, compliant, high‑quality proposals that demonstrate why Land Sheriffs is the trusted security partner of choice.

This is a hands‑on, content‑driven role requiring strong writing ability, operational understanding, and confidence working with stakeholders across operations, compliance and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end bid process for new business tenders and re‑bids.
• Produce clear, persuasive, and high‑scoring written submissions for security, patrol, and surveillance services.
• Review tender documentation to understand client requirements, specifications, pricing templates, and evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with operational managers, regional leads, and the control room team to gather and structure technical content.
• Develop win themes, solutions, and differentiators aligned to Land Sheriffs operational strengths and innovation.
• Coordinate bid schedules, ensuring the timely delivery of all submissions, supporting documents, and clarifications.
• Produce case studies, CVs, risk assessments, mobilisation plans, and method statements tailored to each tender.
• Work with finance and leadership teams to support pricing exercises and commercial strategy.
• Maintain and enhance the company s bid library, templates, and best‑practice documentation.
• Prepare presentation material for post‑tender clarification meetings and client interviews.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Proposal Manager, or Commercial Manager within security, FM, rail, or safety‑critical services.
• Strong understanding of security service delivery models (e.g., manned guarding, patrols, rapid response, control room operations).
• Excellent written English with the ability to turn technical information into persuasive, client‑focused content.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple bids concurrently under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently while remaining collaborative with operational teams.
• High level of IT competency (Word, Excel, SharePoint, document management).
• Understanding of public sector procurement processes (e.g., rail, local authority, utilities) is advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (up to senior‑level depending on experience)
• Hybrid working model flexibility to work from home 4 days weekly
• Opportunity to shape major UK‑wide bids in a respected, growing organisation
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Career development and training opportunities
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and additional benefits

How to Apply

If you re a driven, detail‑focused Bid Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys producing winning proposals within the security sector, we d love to hear from you.