Bid & Proposal Lead - Hybrid, Flexible Growth & Bonus

3Search; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Personal development plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Bonus scheme

Social events

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

3Search in Leeds is seeking a Bid Consultant to lead tender responses end-to-end, craft compelling content, and guide clients through the bid process. You will work with SMEs and client teams to gather insights and ensure high-quality submissions.

This hybrid role offers professional development, a bonus scheme, and exposure to diverse bids across sectors within a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Bid management

Bid writing

Editorial

Client-facing

Content development

Education

English/Journalism/History degree

Tools

Bid tools

Content libraries

Procurement portals

Job description

3Search in Leeds is seeking a Bid Consultant to lead tender responses end-to-end, craft compelling content, and guide clients through the bid process. You will work with SMEs and client teams to gather insights and ensure high-quality submissions.

This hybrid role offers professional development, a bonus scheme, and exposure to diverse bids across sectors within a collaborative, high-performance culture.