Job Description
We are delighted to be hiring on behalf of our client, a leading professional services firm, who are seeking an experienced Bids Executive to join their Business Development & Marketing team on a maternity leave contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and commercially minded professional to support the end-to-end preparation and submission of high-quality bids and tenders during this fixed-term period.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job
- Maternity leave contract covering a temporary absence
- Support high-value tenders and proposals across multiple sectors
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
The Role
- Prepare and coordinate tender and bid submissions, ensuring high-quality, compelling content
- Work closely with senior stakeholders and partners to gather input for submissions
- Maintain a centralised content library to streamline future bids
- Monitor tender portals, identify opportunities, and assess suitability
- Ensure all submissions meet deadlines and comply with required formats
- Support reporting and post-submission analysis to identify areas for improvement
- Collaborate with the wider Marketing and Business Development team
- Assist junior team members and provide guidance on bid best practice
The Person
- Previous experience in a Bids, Tenders, or Proposal Management role
- Strong understanding of tender processes and best practice
- Excellent written communication and attention to detail
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
- Commercially minded with the ability to liaise with senior stakeholders
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach
The Rewards
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Benefits package
- Exposure to high-value bids and tenders across multiple sectors
- Supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment
Next Steps
For further information, and to apply for this Bids Executive – Maternity Leave Contract role, please contact Clare Patterson. Visit our website for a full list of business support opportunities.
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Salary is usually negotiable; salary details listed are provided as a guide only and may vary depending on experience.