FTC Bid Manager — Not-for-Profit Proposals, Cambridge

Michael Page; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Cambridge-based not-for-profit bid team is seeking a skilled Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bid process, ensuring high-quality proposals and timely submissions. The role is hands-on and autonomous, requiring meticulous attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the full bid lifecycle, working with cross-functional teams, and developing compelling content tailored to public sector and higher education bids.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Bid Writing or Bid Management.
• Experience on bids for higher education or public sector.
• Strong project management with multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills to improve processes.
• Proficiency with bid management software desirable.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire bid process from opportunity identification to submission.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather information and ensure bid documents meet standards.
• Develop compelling content tailored to the not-for-profit sector.
• Lead bid strategy meetings to align stakeholders and define winning approaches.
• Ensure deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality outputs.
• Analyse feedback from previous bids to enhance future proposals and processes.
• Maintain a database of bid documentation and templates for future use.
• Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for growth and partnerships in the not-for-profit sector.

Skills

Bid management

Bid writing

Project management

Proposal writing

Not-for-profit sector

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Bid management tools

Job description

A Cambridge-based not-for-profit bid team is seeking a skilled Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bid process, ensuring high-quality proposals and timely submissions. The role is hands-on and autonomous, requiring meticulous attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the full bid lifecycle, working with cross-functional teams, and developing compelling content tailored to public sector and higher education bids.