Head Of Bid Writing - Remote

Michael Page; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Bid Writing for a remote role based in Manchester. The successful candidate will lead a team to prepare high-quality bids for public sector organizations, including the Ministry of Justice and local authorities. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in bid writing, particularly with public sector bids exceeding £1M. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £65,000 and flexible working arrangements to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible remote working

Permanent position

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Bid Writing, especially in public sector bids.
• Proven track record winning bids worth over £1M.
• Ability to develop effective bid strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the bid writing team to produce high-quality submissions.
• Develop strategies to secure funding and contracts.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather information.

Skills

Leadership

Written communication

Bid strategy development

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Bid management software

Job description

The Head of Bid Writing - Remote role will lead and manage the bid writing process for an organisation in Manchester. This role is offering remote working, requiring only monthly office visits to Manchester.

Client Details

The organisation is a well-established entity in Manchester, providing community services and business support services to local authoritites and public sector organisations. They are looking for an experienced Head of Bid Writing to lead on high value bids and proposals.

Description

Key responsibilities for the Head of Bid Writing - Remote role will include:

• Lead the bid writing team to produce high-quality, compelling submissions.
• Work on bids for organisations including Ministry of Justice, Local Authorities, and NHS.
• Develop and implement bid strategies to secure funding and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with submission requirements, deadlines, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather relevant information for bids.
• Maintain and update bid templates and knowledge repositories.
• Analyse feedback from unsuccessful bids to improve future submissions.
• Provide training and support to team members to enhance their skills.

Profile

A successful applicant for the Head of Bid Writing - Remote role should have:

• 5+ years experience in Bid Writing. Working specifically on public sector bids processes is an essential requirement.
• Experience winning bids with organisations including the Ministry of Justice, NHS, and local authorities.
• Track record of working on and winning bids from minimum £1M+ in value.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective bid strategies.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for bid management.
• Knowledge of compliance and funding requirements.

Job Offer

On offer for the Head of Bid Writing - Remote role:

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £65,000.
• Flexible remote working options to support work-life balance.
• Permanent position within a reputable organisation in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head of Bid Writing to lead impactful work in Manchester. If this aligns with your expertise, we encourage you to apply today.