Bid Manager

Job Description

Bid ManagerLeeds£40,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits My client a leading law firm based in the centre of Leeds is looking to recruiting a Bid Manager to join their Marketing team. The Role Manage the Firms bid strategy and key messages to meet client requirements, identifying the companys differentiators and any risks Manage the overall production of bids and proposals, working closely with subject matter experts and relationship leads. Identify and communicate timescales and ensure delivery against tight timescales and maintain document version control. Produce content that is clearly articulated and client focused Ensure final bid documents are proofread, written in a consistent voice, professionally laid-out and formatted, and prepared for client submission Support colleagues with presentation materials and coach rehearsals Support post-bid follow up activity such as client debriefs Lead the delivery of credential documents and other informal bid proposals, working with the BD and Client Assistant and other members of the Marketing & BD team Development and maintenance of pre-written content and ensure content is constantly reviewed and updated. Collate and edit pre-existing content ensuring a consistent, professional voice, appropriate style and in line with brand guidelinesRelevant Skills and Experience:*Sound commercial awareness and a good understanding of business development principles*Ideally holding at least Foundation Level APMP accreditation*Experience of managing bid and proposal documents with a thorough understanding of the end to end bid management process. Experience in a Professional Services environment desirable but not essential*Experience of OJEUs, PQQs, ITTs and the procurement process*Knowledge of portal procurement systems*Bid project management experience and evidence of successfully delivering bids on time with multiple stakeholder input*Understanding of pipeline management and reporting metrics*An experienced writer, editor and proof-reader*Very familiar with MS Office with a high level of expertise in Word and PowerPoint*Experience of In-Design and Adobe Creative Suite is desirable but not essential *Ability to establish an effective rapport with, influence and gain the confidence of senior colleagues.Personal Attributes:*Self-motivated and enthusiasm for working in an intensive, deadline-driven and high-profile role*Good judgement which avoids conflict with professional or regulatory requirements, and achieves effective commercial solutions for the firm*Professional and presentable at all times*Good time management*Proven organisational skills*Ability to prioritise own workload *Ability to work individually or as part of a team *Commitment to role and to develop own skills*Ability to manage oneself and use initiative as appropriate and where required.CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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legalbid manager