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Bid Manager

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Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Mile End, Essex, Essex, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£57k - £62k Annual
Full-Time
Bid Manager

Location: Remote, with 1 day a fortnight in the Essex office

Salary: £57,000 - £62,000

Job Type: Full-time

Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week

About the Role

Are you a skilled Bid Manager with a proven track record of securing public sector contracts?

Kathryn Rose Consultancy is recruiting for a delivery-focused Bid Manager on behalf of an ambitious, fast-growing organisation. Reporting directly to the Director of Bids, you will play a key role in driving business growth by creating high-quality written responses, managing complex stakeholders, and executing robust project management for major tenders.

This is a remote position, with an expectation to attend the office in Essex for 1 day a fortnight.

Key Responsibilities

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Bid Writing & Content Development: Lead the creation of persuasive, high-quality written responses, proposals, and complex tender documents.

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End-to-End Bid Management: Plan, facilitate, and monitor the entire bid lifecycle in line with governance frameworks, managing multiple timelines and risk assessments simultaneously.

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Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), operational managers, and commercial teams to translate technical information into compelling strategic narratives.

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Process & Strategy Improvement: Maintain and optimise the bid content library (case studies, templates, standard responses) and drive continuous improvement in win rates.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Criteria:

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Experience: Proven, extensive experience as a Bid Writer/Manager with essential public sector tender experience.

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Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.

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Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), SharePoint, and CRM/bid management tools.

Desirable Criteria:

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Sector Knowledge: Experience within the healthcare sector and a strong understanding of NHS procurement processes is highly desirable.

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Qualifications: APMP, Prince2, or equivalent project management certifications.

What’s on offer?

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A highly competitive salary reflective of a Band 8a equivalent position.

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Fantastic hybrid working flexibility (only 1 day a fortnight required in Essex).

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The opportunity to shape bid strategies and processes in a supportive, growth-driven environment.

To Apply

If you are a meticulous, strategic writer looking for your next challenge within a purpose-driven organisation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today via Kathryn Rose Consultancy by submitting your CV

Reference: 225325377

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CV-Library

Bid Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 3, 2026 by CV-Library

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Mile End, Essex, Essex, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£57k - £62k Annual
Full-Time
Bid Manager

Location: Remote, with 1 day a fortnight in the Essex office

Salary: £57,000 - £62,000

Job Type: Full-time

Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week

About the Role

Are you a skilled Bid Manager with a proven track record of securing public sector contracts?

Kathryn Rose Consultancy is recruiting for a delivery-focused Bid Manager on behalf of an ambitious, fast-growing organisation. Reporting directly to the Director of Bids, you will play a key role in driving business growth by creating high-quality written responses, managing complex stakeholders, and executing robust project management for major tenders.

This is a remote position, with an expectation to attend the office in Essex for 1 day a fortnight.

Key Responsibilities

*

Bid Writing & Content Development: Lead the creation of persuasive, high-quality written responses, proposals, and complex tender documents.

*

End-to-End Bid Management: Plan, facilitate, and monitor the entire bid lifecycle in line with governance frameworks, managing multiple timelines and risk assessments simultaneously.

*

Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), operational managers, and commercial teams to translate technical information into compelling strategic narratives.

*

Process & Strategy Improvement: Maintain and optimise the bid content library (case studies, templates, standard responses) and drive continuous improvement in win rates.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Criteria:

*

Experience: Proven, extensive experience as a Bid Writer/Manager with essential public sector tender experience.

*

Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.

*

Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), SharePoint, and CRM/bid management tools.

Desirable Criteria:

*

Sector Knowledge: Experience within the healthcare sector and a strong understanding of NHS procurement processes is highly desirable.

*

Qualifications: APMP, Prince2, or equivalent project management certifications.

What’s on offer?

*

A highly competitive salary reflective of a Band 8a equivalent position.

*

Fantastic hybrid working flexibility (only 1 day a fortnight required in Essex).

*

The opportunity to shape bid strategies and processes in a supportive, growth-driven environment.

To Apply

If you are a meticulous, strategic writer looking for your next challenge within a purpose-driven organisation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today via Kathryn Rose Consultancy by submitting your CV
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Reference: 225325377

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