Marketing, Bids & Divisional Support Lead

Excellerate; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services company in South Africa is seeking a Marketing, Bids & Divisional Support Lead to enable the success of their Advisory & Transactions division. You will coordinate marketing activities, manage bids and proposals, and provide administrative support. The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of relevant experience, strong Microsoft skills, and a background in professional services. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and foster both personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years relevant experience in Marketing, Bid & Proposal Management.
• Professional services background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate divisional marketing activities in line with brand guidelines.
• Manage end-to-end bid and proposal process.
• Develop polished client-ready presentations.
• Support leadership team with coordination and reporting.
• Improve efficiency through templates and workflows.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint

Strong Microsoft Word

Intermediate Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong organisational ability

Education

Qualification in Business Administration or a related field

Job description

Who we are

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management. We support predominantly corporate clients who buy services on a contracted basis across the Middle East and Africa, and globally depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us

Imagine more than just the future of work; with CBRE Excellerate, you can create it. As part of our global powerhouse, you’ll find a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, where your best work is not just encouraged but celebrated. Collaborate with talented individuals, harness the support of unparalleled resources, and enjoy the journey as you grow both personally and professionally.

About the role

The Marketing, Bids & Divisional Support Lead plays a central role in enabling the success of the Advisory & Transactions (A&T) division. This role is responsible for leading marketing coordination, managing bid and proposal preparation, and providing structured divisional administrative support. The position suits a highly organised, detail-oriented professional with strong presentation skills and solid experience using Microsoft tools. Prior experience in a professional services environment is preferred.

What will you bring

• Qualification in Business Administration or a related field.
• 3–7 years relevant experience in Marketing, Bid & Proposal Management
• Professional services background preferred

Skills and requirements

• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong Microsoft Word
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organisational ability

What you will be doing

Marketing Coordination:

• Lead and coordinate divisional marketing activities in line with CBRE Excellerate brand guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain high-quality marketing materials including capability statements, pitch decks, credentials and case studies.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and group marketing teams.
• Maintain and update marketing content libraries and templates.

Bid & Proposal Management:

• Own the end-to-end bid and proposal process.
• Manage timelines, inputs and final submissions.
• Ensure quality control and compliance.
• Maintain a central bid and credentials repository.

Presentation & Document Production:

• Develop polished client-ready presentations.
• Translate complex inputs into clear, visual content.
• Ensure professional formatting and accuracy.

Divisional Administrative Support:

• Support the A&T leadership team with coordination, reporting and documentation.
• Assist with dashboards, trackers and internal communications.

Process Improvement:

• Improve efficiency through templates, workflows and best practice.
• Act as a central coordination point for bids and marketing.

Diversity and Equity: CBRE Excellerate is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.