Job Description

Why join us?:

DWF is seeking a Bid Manager to drive the bid process and support business growth. Working closely with a collaborative, high-performing team, you'll lead on creating persuasive, high-quality bid materials that make a real impact. This role involves managing key stages of the bid process, from planning meetings to pitch development, while supporting senior managers on high-value opportunities.



If you're a skilled communicator with considerable project management abilities, join us to play a pivotal role in winning new business and enhancing client relationships across our global network.



This is a hybrid role and can be based from any of our national offices on a 12-month fixed term contract. (Our national offices include Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle or Southampton with majority of the team based within Manchester, Leeds & Liverpool)


Responsibilities:

In this role you will manage the bid process from start to finish, ensuring that all standard firm information is readily available for pitches and tenders. Develop best practices and stay current with the latest techniques and methodologies to improve bid success. Work closely with stakeholders to offer both strategic and tactical support in developing winning propositions, and conduct pre-tender scoping, bid/no bid assessments, and post-bid debriefs.



Regularly report on activity and success rates, while providing coaching on tender best practices and presentation skills to fee-earners and the broader marketing and business development team. Additionally, offer guidance on general business development activities and maintain the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.


What will help you succeed in this role? :

Essential

Proven experience in managing end-to-end bid processes, including bid/no bid decisions and debriefs Considerable knowledge of bid development best practices, techniques, and methodologies Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tenders simultaneously Effective communicator with experience providing coaching on tendering and presentation skills to teams Skilled in working with stakeholders to create strategic, winning bid propositions Experience with activity tracking and reporting on bid success rates

Desirable

Previous experience in business development support within a professional services environment Ability to provide strategic advice on general business development activities Familiarity with creating standard pitch and tender materials for organizational use Considerable analytical skills for conducting pre-tender scoping and competitor analysis

What we offer?:

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.



We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.


About us:

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.