Bid Manager – Manchester

Blue Legal; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Bid Manager to manage and lead compelling bids across various sectors. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in bid management for legal or professional services, strong organizational skills, and a client-focused approach. This role promises a commitment to work-life balance and flexibility, within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Proven track record in managing bids in competitive markets.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the bid process and manage evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define value propositions.
• Draft persuasive bid content and oversee timelines.

Skills

Bid management expertise

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Client-focused approach

Tools

Technical tools proficiency

Job description

Location: North West
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Market Rate
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 02/10/2024

A dynamic, award-winning national law firm is searching for a Bid Manager to join their Manchester or Bristol office. As a Bids Manager, you will be responsible for managing private and public sector bids across the firm’s core sectors. The role involves leading bid projects from start to finish, and ensuring bids are compelling, client-focused, and competitive. The firm also have an excellent reputation in the market for their culture, Blue Legal are proud to be partnered with a firm who values real work-life balance and flexibility.

The Responsibilities:

• Lead the bid process, including scoping requirements, evaluating opportunities, and identifying key stakeholders.
• Develop a structured bid plan, manage the “go/no-go” process, and deliver against evaluation criteria.
• Collaborate with partners and experts to define value propositions and win themes.
• Draft clear, persuasive bid copy aligned with the firm’s tone of voice.
• Oversee bid timelines from planning to submission and post-submission analysis.
• Work with senior stakeholders to develop pricing strategies.
• Maintain bid content systems and coach bid teams for client presentations.
• Continuously improve bid production processes and potentially manage team members.

The Candidate:

• Extensive experience working within a legal or professional services environment, demonstrating a deep understanding of industry standards and client needs.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering successful bids, including private and public sector proposals, within competitive markets.
• Expertise in leading end-to-end bid processes, from scoping requirements to submission and post-submission feedback analysis.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with experience in managing multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in technical tools and IT systems; understanding of regulatory environments is a plus.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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