Head of Bids
6 months ago
**Ready for a new challenge?**
Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?
If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions with purpose for our clients in government and business.
**The role**
We’re looking for a Head of Bids to support the company’s growth by leading the end-to-end bid process, ensuring the development and submission of high-quality, winning proposals. This strategic leadership position requires exceptional communication and team management skills. You’ll need to collaborate with cross-functional technical and account teams to execute compelling bid strategies, manage resources efficiently, and optimise the bid process to achieve successful outcomes.
**Essential experience**:
- Leading and motivating a high-performing bid management team.
- Working in a bid management or related role, with a successful track record of winning bids.
- In-depth knowledge of bid processes, best practices, and industry standards.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills
**You’ll need a good understanding of**:
- The entire bid lifecycle from identification and qualification to submission and post-submission activities.
- Implementing and enhancing bid management processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitoring and reporting on key bid performance metrics to senior management.
- Ensuring the production of high-quality, compliant, and compelling bid documents.
- Conducting reviews and audits of bid submissions to identify areas for improvement.
**Other essential skills**:
- Can collaborate with internal stakeholders, including business development, marketing, finance, and technical teams, to gather relevant information and insights for bids.
- Confident in operating with external partners, subcontractors, and clients to enhance bid competitiveness.
- Can provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
- Have effective communication and coordination between team members and other parts of the organisation involved in the bid process.
- Can identify training needs within the bid management team and implement programs to enhance skills.
**Other helpful experience**:
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and trends in bid management.
**What our offer includes**
Competitive pension, healthcare, share options and discretionary bonus.
Flexible hours and 25 days' holiday. Generous training budget.
People to support you every step of the way.
**Where you’ll work**
Our hybrid model means you could work from our HQ, a city hub or home.
**We include you**
We won’t discriminate on age, disability, ethnicity, family status, gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. We’ll consider applicants from overseas.
**Interview**
Job interviews are on Microsoft Teams. We’ll make any adjustments to help you.
**Want to know more?**
Visit our website or contact us for more details.
**Salary**: £70,000.00-£90,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newcastle
Reference ID: Head of Bids
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