Our client, a fast-growing and dynamic organisation, is looking for an experienced Bid Manager to join their Bid & Commercial Support Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with healthcare recruitment experience to make a significant impact by managing bids, tenders, and proposals from start to finish in a fast-paced environment. The role offers flexibility with home, office, or hybrid working options and is open to candidates across the UK.

About the Role

As a Bid Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the preparation and submission of bids, tenders, and proposals, ensuring high-quality content, and coordinating with key stakeholders across the business. You will oversee the entire bid process, from writing and editing content to managing bid timelines, ensuring all submissions meet client requirements and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities for the successful Bid Manager

Manage the bid process, ensuring timely and high-quality responses.
Write compelling content, modify templates, and ensure bids are aligned with company standards.
Collaborate with internal teams to gather input and insights for bid submissions.
Maintain and update a detailed library of bid content for future use.
Work closely with stakeholders to develop the overall look and feel of proposals and presentations.
Lead and coordinate the timely submission of bids.
Strive to improve bid processes and achieve high-quality bid scores (>80%).

Salary & Working Pattern for the successful Bid Manager

Pay £55,000 - £65,000
Home / Office / Hybrid working options - Nationwide search

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have healthcare recruitment experience and a strong background in bid management. You should have excellent communication skills, a high attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The role requires someone who is proactive, organised, and able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Criteria

Over 12 months’ experience in Bid Management or a similar role.
Experience in healthcare recruitment or knowledge of the NHS procurement process.
Strong written and spoken English with the ability to create clear and compelling content.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical skills, and high attention to detail.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Desirable Criteria

APMP Foundation Level Certification or equivalent.
Experience with proposal automation software.
Experience in the Medical services sector.
Ability to support/lead bid pricing and conduct bid analysis.