Strategic Bid Lead – Defence Proposals (Hybrid)

NRL Recruitment; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

NRL Group in Leatherhead seeks a Bid Manager to lead bid governance for the Defence Nuclear Technology Solutions (DNTS) portfolio. You will coordinate proposal development, ensure compliance with customer requirements and drive cross-functional collaboration to maximise win potential.

Hybrid role (3 days in the office, 2 days remotely) at 40 hours/week for an initial 6-month contract with potential extension. BPSS clearance and PAYE only apply; rate is negotiable.

Qualifications

• Experience in Bid Management within Defence, Nuclear, Government, Infrastructure or similarly regulated sectors.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex competitive bids from qualification through submission.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across technical, operational, commercial and business functions.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement and tendering processes.
• Excellent organisational, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire bid lifecycle from opportunity qualification through submission and post-submission activities.
• Develop and implement bid strategies aligned with capture plans, customer requirements and business objectives.
• Manage bid schedules, deliverables, reviews and governance activities to ensure successful submission outcomes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary bid teams and maintain focus on customer requirements, win themes and evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Capture Managers, Operations, Technical Authorities, Commercial, Legal and Supply Chain teams.
• Facilitate bid workshops, kick-off meetings, review sessions and governance activities.
• Engage with partners, subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate contributions and ensure proposal integration.

Job description

NRL Group in Leatherhead seeks a Bid Manager to lead bid governance for the Defence Nuclear Technology Solutions (DNTS) portfolio. You will coordinate proposal development, ensure compliance with customer requirements and drive cross-functional collaboration to maximise win potential.

Hybrid role (3 days in the office, 2 days remotely) at 40 hours/week for an initial 6-month contract with potential extension. BPSS clearance and PAYE only apply; rate is negotiable.