Defence & Marine Bid Manager — Hybrid, Bristol

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and marine solutions firm is seeking a Bid Manager for their Bristol site. The role involves leading bid management activities, building relationships with clients, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have experience in bid management and business growth in defence programmes, along with strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a hybrid working model with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP and annual health check

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading benefits

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bid Manager.
• Proven success in business growth activities on major defence programmes.
• Expertise in applying recognised bid methodologies.
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and build relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead bid and proposal management activities for major opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver winning bids.
• Apply recognised business growth methodologies.
• Manage internal meetings at senior level with confidence and clarity.

Skills

Bid management

Business growth

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

A Level standard

Degree in Business, Engineering or similar

Tools

Bid methodologies (e.g. Shipley)

Job description

A leading defence and marine solutions firm is seeking a Bid Manager for their Bristol site. The role involves leading bid management activities, building relationships with clients, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have experience in bid management and business growth in defence programmes, along with strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a hybrid working model with a competitive benefits package.