Bid Manager

Bid Manager
Location: Blackburn — office\-based
Salary: £35,000–£45,000 per year, depending on experience, plus performance\-related bonuses
Job type: Full\-time, permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

We are looking for an experienced Tender Writer / Bid Manager to help grow our DBS checking and employment screening business by securing new public and private sector contracts.

You will manage the full tender process, from identifying suitable opportunities to writing persuasive proposals and submitting accurate, competitive bids. Working closely with our Directors and operations team, you will explain our services, strengths and experience clearly to potential clients.

Your responsibilities

• Identify relevant tender opportunities and assess whether they are suitable for the business.


• Manage the bid process, including deadlines, supporting documents and final submissions.


• Write clear, tailored responses that meet the buyer’s requirements and evaluation criteria.


• Work with internal teams to gather information on service delivery, pricing, compliance and quality assurance.


• Complete supplier questionnaires and maintain registrations on procurement portals.


• Build and maintain a library of bid responses, case studies and supporting evidence.


• Track submissions, review feedback and improve future bids.

• Previous experience in tender writing, bid management or a similar role.


• Excellent written English and the ability to turn complex information into clear, persuasive responses.


• Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.


• Experience interpreting tender documents and responding to evaluation criteria.


• Confidence working independently and gathering information from colleagues at all levels.


• Public sector procurement experience is desirable.


• Experience in DBS checks, employment screening, recruitment or related services would be an advantage, but is not essential.

• £35,000–£45,000 annual salary, depending on experience.


• A performance\-related bonus structure linked to successful contract wins, with details agreed on appointment.


• Monday\-to\-Friday working hours, with no weekends.


• Direct involvement in business growth and the opportunity to develop the bid function.


• Support from our Directors and operational teams.

Apply through Indeed with your CV and a short covering statement outlining your bid\-writing experience and examples of contracts you have helped secure. Please avoid including confidential client information.

Pay: £35,000\.00\-£45,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking


• On\-site parking

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