Job description
Bid Manager – Soft Services (Security & Cleaning)
Hybrid (Average 1 day/week in London office) | North London Area
Up to £60K + Bonus + Benefits
Are you a skilled Bid Manager or Bid Writer ready to lead high-value tenders and proposals in a growing multi-million-pound FM business? Join a dynamic provider delivering Security and Cleaning services. Take ownership of the full bid and proposal lifecycle for contracts up to £1M in this strategic, standalone role with real progression potential.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Deliver compliant, compelling bids, tenders, and proposals across guarding and cleaning contracts
Lead the full bid process from qualification to submission, shaping bid strategy alongside Sales Director and BDMs
Manage timelines, storytelling, and proposal content to boost win rates
Maintain structured bid libraries and track tender success metrics
Manage portal access and prioritize pipeline activities for ongoing bid and tender opportunities
What You’ll Bring:
Proven bid manager or bid writer experience within FM or service industries
Strong written communication, project management, and bid and proposal strategy skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment managing multiple tenders and bids
Experience with security or cleaning bid management advantageous but not essential
Familiarity with PQQs, RFPs, tender portals, and proposal documentation a plus
Why Join?
Strategic, standalone bid manager role reporting directly to Sales Director
Access to high-value bids and tenders up to £1M
Bonus linked to contract wins shared with sales team
APMP support available for the right bid writer or manager
Real career progression with a business that celebrates bid and proposal success
Interviews with MD scheduled soon – don’t miss out!