Pursuit Manager

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Job Title/Req Number: Pursuit Manager (106327)

Base Location: London, Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester plus network of 20 offices nationally

The KPMG Pursuits function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from across the UK, we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

As part of our Advisory Sales Enablement team, you’ll support teams across KPMG through the end-to-end process of winning work. We help with everything from identifying client issues and positioning KPMG to producing compelling proposal documents and pitches. You’ll work with senior stakeholders daily, building relationships, networking, and growing your knowledge. Our team sells innovative tools and solutions to major organizations, giving KPMG a competitive edge.

Why Join KPMG as a Pursuit Manager

The Pursuit Manager establishes and manages the pursuit process to support the pursuit team and Lead Partner, providing writing expertise. This role manages significant pursuits across advisory, often handling more than one simultaneously.

What will you be doing?

You will advise on all major elements of the pursuit process, including maintaining action plans, developing pursuit timelines with milestones, supporting client contact plans, proposal design and production, attending value proposition and win theme sessions, political analysis, storyboarding, drafting non-technical content, and quality checks. You will ensure timelines, milestones, and responsibilities are communicated effectively, implementing pursuit best practices.

What will you need to do it?

• Significant experience in pursuit project management and a proven track record of contributing to winning business opportunities
• Deep understanding of the pursuit process and ability to leverage prior experience
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Experience in writing/editing bids or business communications
• Creative skills in writing and verbal expression
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and a proactive approach
• Ability to work under pressure, show determination, and take a pragmatic approach
• Resilience and a team-focused attitude

Skills we’d love to see / Amazing Extras: A desire to learn and explore innovative ways to develop personally and as a team.

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Our Locations:

We are open to talent across the country, with core hubs in:

• Birmingham
• Leeds
• London Canary Wharf
• Manchester

With 20 UK sites, we offer office work, remote options, flexible hours, and part-time arrangements. Please discuss your flexibility needs with our team.

Find out more:

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• Consulting at KPMG
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• KPMG Workability and Disability confidence

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