Head of Bids

6 months ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Opencast Software Full time

**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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