Bids Manager

We are delighted to be hiring on behalf of our client, a top Irish law firm, who are seeking an experienced Bids Manager to join their Business Development & Marketing team.

This is a key strategic role, offering the opportunity to lead the firm’s bids and tenders function, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth through high-quality, competitive submissions.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Leadership role within the Bids & BD function
2. Join a top Irish law firm
3. Excellent salary and benefits package

The Role

• Lead and manage the end-to-end bids and tenders process across the firm
• Work closely with partners and senior stakeholders to develop winning strategies for submissions
• Oversee the preparation of high-quality proposals, presentations, and tender documents
• Manage and develop a centralised content library and bid resources
• Monitor tender opportunities and assess suitability
• Ensure all submissions are compliant, accurate, and delivered to deadline
• Analyse bid performance and implement improvements to enhance win rates
• Support and mentor junior members of the BD and Marketing team
• Collaborate with the wider BD and Marketing function on strategic initiatives

The Person

• Proven experience in a Bids, Tenders, or Proposal Management role, ideally within legal or professional services
• Experience leading or managing the bids function or projects
• Strong understanding of tender processes and best practice
• Excellent written communication and editing skills
• Strong project management and organisational abilities
• Ability to influence and work closely with senior stakeholders
• Commercially minded with a strategic approach
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines

The Rewards

• Excellent salary, depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to work within a top Irish law firm
• Leadership role with real impact on business growth
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this Bids Manager role, please contact Clare Patterson. Visit our website for a full list of business support opportunities.

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