Bid Manager

Job Description

Portfolio are proud to be representing our client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add a Group Bid Manager to their team.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led, client-centric organisation with a strong track record of innovation, growth, and employee development. With a supportive environment and outstanding benefits, this is a truly standout opportunity for an experienced bid professional looking to take their next step.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs Group Bid Manager, you'll lead the end-to-end bid process across multiple business units, focusing on services such as HR, employment law, health & safety, and employee wellbeing. You'll be instrumental in securing new business, managing retenders and renewals across both public and private sectors, and collaborating with internal teams to develop compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals.\n\nThis role is central to the business's continued success and offers the chance to make a real impact by improving bid processes and driving innovation in how services are pitched and delivered.\n\nDay to Day\n\nLead capture planning for new opportunities including competitor and client research.\nMaintain and manage a robust pipeline of bid opportunities.\nDrive cross-functional collaboration on bid strategies.\nLead full bid lifecycle from qualification through to submission.\nMaintain a high-quality bid library and reusable content repository.\nAnalyse RFPs/RFIs and coordinate detailed response plans.\nEnsure compliance with both customer and internal requirements.\nDeliver high-quality, on-time submissions through effective project management.\nContinuously improve bid strategy, process, and delivery outcomes.

\n\nWhat you Bring to the Team\n\nProven experience in bid management within professional services or consultancy environments.\nMinimum 3 years' experience managing complex bids across public and private sectors.\nStrong strategic thinking, planning and organisational skills.\nExcellent writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.\nA proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.\nDegree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is . \n\nBenefits\n\n25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays\nDay off on your birthday\nCash plan for you (and your children, if any)\nHolidays increase after 2-and 5- years' service\nContractual sick pay\nPrivate medical insurance after 5 years' service\nPension Plan and Life Insurance\nPension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service\nHoliday season bonus after 3 years' service\nProfit share scheme\nSeason ticket loan scheme\nCycle to work scheme\nAccess to Employee Assistance Programme\nCompany incentives, access to discount schemes\nSocial sessions on the last Friday of the month with free food and drink\nFree 24/7 onsite gym \n\nIf you thrive in a high-energy, service-focused environment and are looking for a role where your ideas and efforts will be recognised, this could be the perfect next step in your career. \n\nWith genuine opportunities for progression, great people, and strong values, it's more than just a job - it's a place to build your future.\n\n49619LSR4\n\nINDMANS