Bid and Proposals Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Bid and Proposals Manager to lead and manage our end-to-end tender and framework bid process. This is a key role within the business, supporting our continued growth by producing high-quality, commercially strong bids that reflect our professional standards and technical expertise.

You will work closely with the Sales Director, Sales Team, and operational departments to ensure all opportunities are qualified, managed, and submitted to the highest standard and within strict deadlines.

• Difference Maker Awards
• Pension Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Medical Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work
• 23 days holiday increasing to 27 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Birthday holiday
• Perks and Employee Assistance Program

Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm (permanent)

£35,000 - £45,000 dependant on qualification, skills and experience

• Identify and monitor opportunities across tender and framework portals
• Qualify bid opportunities and produce clear opportunity profiles for internal review
• Manage the full bid lifecycle from qualification to submission
• Coordinate internal contributors and lead bid meetings
• Produce high-quality PQQs, tender submissions, presentations, and clarifications
• Lead on all quality sections of submissions
• Track bid outcomes, success rates, and market positioning
• Maintain bid libraries including certifications, insurances, and case studies
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, GDPR, and company policies
• Support re-tenders and informal tender processes
• Promote tender wins and support marketing activity

• Proven experience in a Bid and Proposals role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Sound commercial awareness
• Confident working with tender and framework portals
• Knowledge of ISO standards and compliance requirements
• Strong IT and document production skills
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Commitment to continuous learning and personal development
• Desirable - Knowledge of the fire and security industry
• Desirable - Experience working within accredited environments (ISO, NSI, BAFE)

• Professional, courteous, and customer-focused
• Resilient and able to work under pressure
• Proactive with strong initiative
• High levels of integrity and confidentiality