Pursuit Manager

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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 assist with identifying client issues, positioning KPMG, producing proposal documents, and delivering pitches. You’ll work with senior stakeholders daily, building relationships, networking, and expanding your knowledge. Our team sells innovative tools and solutions to major organizations, helping KPMG win in a competitive market.

Why Join KPMG as a Pursuit Manager

The role involves establishing and managing the pursuit process to support the pursuit team and Lead Partner, providing writing expertise. You will manage significant pursuits across advisory, often handling more than one simultaneously.

What will you be doing?

You will provide advice and challenge across all pursuit elements, including maintaining action plans, developing timelines with milestones, supporting client contact plans, proposal design and production, participating in value proposition and win themes sessions, political analysis, storyboarding, drafting non-technical content, and quality checks. You must understand pursuit sales methodology and implement best practices, communicating timelines and responsibilities to ensure successful completion.

What will you need to do it?

• Significant experience in pursuit project management with a proven track record of 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 expressed in writing and verbally
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and proactive approach
• Ability to work under pressure, show determination, and take a pragmatic approach
• Resilience and ability to be a critical team member

Skills we’d love to see / Amazing Extras:

A desire to learn and explore innovative ways to develop yourself and the team’s future.

How to Apply:

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Our Locations:

While we are open to talent nationwide, our core hubs for this role are:

• 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 needs with our team.

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