Strategic Bid Leader for Proposals & Growth

First Response Group; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Group is seeking a Bid Manager to lead end-to-end bid processes across public and private sectors. You will partner with Sales to qualify opportunities and steer cross-functional teams to deliver standout proposals leveraging a centralised knowledge base.

Ideal candidates will manage bid content for PQQs, RFIs, RFPs, ITTs and Frameworks, while maintaining governance and timely submissions. APMP or equivalent certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.
• Holder of APMP or other recognised industry certifications.
• Familiarity with security and facilities management sectors.
• Working knowledge of proposal management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid process from qualification to submission and post-bid review.
• Partner with Sales teams to ensure opportunities are thoroughly qualified and aligned with goals.
• Coach and support colleagues in bid activities, promoting best practices and higher submission quality.
• Identify and assess bid risks and provide clear reporting with mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance procedures and secure approvals at each bid stage.
• Draft and develop high-quality content for PQQs, RFIs, RFPs, ITTs, and Frameworks, maintaining a centralised knowledge base.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Resilience under pressure

Communication skills

Time management

Influencing

Social Value

Education

Degree or equivalent

APMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM platforms

Job description

First Response Group is seeking a Bid Manager to lead end-to-end bid processes across public and private sectors. You will partner with Sales to qualify opportunities and steer cross-functional teams to deliver standout proposals leveraging a centralised knowledge base.

Ideal candidates will manage bid content for PQQs, RFIs, RFPs, ITTs and Frameworks, while maintaining governance and timely submissions. APMP or equivalent certification is preferred.