Bid Manager - Government-Funded Training Contracts

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider seeks a Bid Manager to lead the development of bids for various UK government-funded training initiatives. This remote role requires experience in securing funding within the employability sector, emphasizing excellent bid writing and project management skills.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Flexible hours

Opportunity to make an impact in training

Qualifications

• Proven success in securing bids for AEB and Skills Bootcamps.
• Strong understanding of the funding landscape.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead bid lifecycle from opportunity identification to submission.
• Write compliant bids aligned with funding requirements.
• Collaborate with teams for content and costings.

Skills

Bid writing

Project management

Knowledge of UK government funding

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Bid Manager - Government-Funded Training ContractsLocation: Home-Based (UK)Contract Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Performance Bonus

Role Overview

A growing training provider is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to lead the development of successful bids for AEB, Skills Bootcamps, and other government-funded training contracts. This fully remote role is ideal for someone with a strong track record in securing funding within the employability and skills sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification to submission.

• Write high-quality, compliant bids that align with funding requirements and internal delivery capabilities.

• Collaborate with internal teams (delivery, finance, operations) to gather content and costings.

• Develop clear bid strategies, win themes, and compelling value propositions.

• Track upcoming opportunities and maintain a strong bid pipeline.

• Ensure all submissions meet quality, compliance, and impact standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable success in winning AEB, Skills Bootcamp, and other funded training bids.

• Strong knowledge of the UK government funding landscape for training and employability.

• Excellent bid writing and project management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

Desirable

• Familiarity with subcontracting models and ESFA/DfE compliance.

• Experience forming partnerships for collaborative bids.

Benefits

• Fully remote working

• Competitive salary + bonus

• Flexible hours

• Opportunity to shape impactful training provision across the UK