Strategic Bid Manager

Anthem Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is seeking a Strategic Bid Manager. This role involves managing key panel pitches and developing pitch strategies within a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a proven track record in bid management, strong writing skills, and experience in coaching. Competitive benefits and hybrid working are offered. Apply by sending your CV to Simone Sullivan.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in bid management within professional services.
• Experience with complex cross-border bids.
• Strong coaching experience with partners.

Responsibilities

• Define strategy for pitches and produce tailored win strategies.
• Engage and manage contributing functions like pricing and compliance.
• Coach pitch teams to improve performance.
• Conduct internal and external pitch debriefs.
• Share market best practices with the wider BD team.

Skills

Bid management

Excellent writing skills

Coaching skills

Project management

Job description

Strategic Bid Manager

Pitch / Bid Manager role in a top international law firm. London based with 2 days working from home.

This firm has an outstanding reputation for collaboration and innovation, as well as a great culture. As a Bid Manager, you will be responsible for project managing some of the firm’s key panel pitches and developing pitch infrastructure. The role is part of the firm’s pitch centre of excellence and boasts a win rate of at least 70%. The team has a strong pipeline management system, enabling them to be ahead of pitches long before they land in an inbox, facilitating a truly consultative and advisory role in support of the partners.

The role will be responsible for:

1. Defining the strategy for each pitch and producing tailored win strategies, including persuasive value propositions and compelling messaging.
2. Engaging and managing all contributing functions including: pricing, compliance, knowledge, BD, and CRM.
3. Coaching to improve the performance of pitch teams.
4. Conducting internal and external pitch debriefs.
5. Keeping up to date with market best practices and developments, and sharing knowledge with the wider BD team.

You will have a proven track record in bid management within professional services, particularly for complex cross-border bids. You should have excellent writing skills and experience coaching partners. This is a great opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers in their field.

To apply for this role, send your CV to Simone Sullivan – [e-mail].

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