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Bid Manager
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Bid Manager – Legal Sector
Newcastle
Full Time | Hybrid/Flexible Working Available
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Role
As the Bid Manager, you’ll lead the full bid, proposal, and tender lifecycle from initial request through to submission and post-pitch feedback. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, partners, and legal teams to produce persuasive, high-quality content that wins business and enhances our brand.
You’ll also coordinate and submit annual legal directory submissions (Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners), playing a crucial role in the firm’s strategic profile and reputation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end management of bids, tenders, and proposals.
* Create compelling and client-focused submissions that reflect the firm’s strengths.
* Oversee and deliver legal directory submissions to drive rankings improvement.
* Collaborate with lawyers, partners, and the BD team to align on messaging and strategy.
* Coach legal teams on pitch best practices, tender writing, and presentation skills.
* Analyse bid performance to refine future strategies and increase win rates.
* Support pricing strategies with the finance team and contribute to client retention.
* Identify PR and marketing opportunities from client feedback and successful submissions.
Who We're Looking For
You’ll be an experienced, confident communicator with a proven track record in bid/proposal writing and project management, ideally within professional services or legal.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Degree educated (Business, Marketing, English, PR or related field).
* Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing ability.
* Knowledge of legal sector tendering and directory submissions (desirable).
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); knowledge of InDesign, Canva, or Better Proposals a bonus.
* CRM and marketing systems experience preferred.
* Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentBefore You Apply
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