Bids Manager

TwinStream; Cheltenham; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Bids Manager to join a rapidly expanding organization in the heart of Cheltenham. This role offers the chance to work remotely, leading proposal lifecycles and collaborating with technical teams to create high-quality bids. With a competitive salary and an array of benefits, including a generous training budget and health support, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for strategic proposal development and excellent communication skills, this is the role for you!

Benefits

8% Pension plan

Life Assurance

Flexible Working arrangements

£1,000 training budget

Electric Vehicle Scheme

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Health and Well-being support

Quarterly team meetings

Company events

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce high-quality bids and proposals.
• Experience in explaining technical solutions to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with solution architects to create sales proposals.
• Manage client relationships and develop compelling proposals.

Skills

Bid Management

Proposal Writing

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Public Sector Knowledge

Technical Presentation

Job description

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BIDS MANAGER / CHELTENHAM (REMOTE) / UP TO £85,000 & GREAT BENEFITS

Exciting new opening for an experienced Bids Manager to join a rapidly expanding organisation. Excellent pay, remote working, and extensive benefits.

About TwinStream

Founded in 2019 by engineers with expertise in defence and security, TwinStream provides technical excellence and exceptional service. Headquartered in Cheltenham, with teams working on-site and remotely, we serve high-value clients with ongoing requirements for proposals.

Role Overview

The Bids Manager will support senior leadership in commercial activities, managing proposal lifecycles, and leading response writing with technical team support. This hands-on role involves producing documents, presentations, and supporting materials in collaboration with leadership and technical teams.

What's on Offer?

• Highly competitive salary (£65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience)
• 8% Pension plan
• Life Assurance
• Remote Working with occasional client site travel
• Flexible Working arrangements
• £1,000 training budget for development
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Quarterly team meetings and company events
• Health and Well-being support, including Mental Health First Aider

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with solution architects and leadership to create sales proposals
• Manage client relationships and understand opportunities
• Build relationships with operational stakeholders for bid submissions
• Develop account plans and compelling proposals
• Review contracts and negotiate terms
• Lead bid production for new and existing clients
• Create reusable collateral to improve efficiency
• Advise on public sector procurement and frameworks
• Monitor government tenders and identify opportunities
• Support the full sales cycle and opportunity qualification

Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to produce high-quality bids and proposals
• Ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical audiences
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience selling IT in the UK public sector
• Knowledge of UK Government frameworks and procurement processes
• Strong negotiation skills and results-driven attitude
• Strategic, creative, and positive approach

Next Steps

If you have the drive and experience, APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing Services