Marketing, Bids & Divisional Support Lead

CBRE Excellerate; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate service provider in Johannesburg seeks a Marketing, Bids & Divisional Support Lead to enhance their Advisory & Transactions division. The role involves leading marketing coordination, managing bid proposals, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates should possess a qualification in Business Administration and have 3–7 years of experience in the field. Strong skills in Microsoft tools and excellent communication abilities are essential. Join a team that values growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate divisional marketing activities.
• Prepare high-quality marketing materials.
• Own the end-to-end bid and proposal process.
• Develop polished client-ready presentations.
• Support the A&T leadership team.

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

Overview

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 all across the Middle East and Africa - even 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 will you 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.

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