Senior Bid & Pursuits Manager

About the role

We are a leading global professional services firm seeking a Senior Bid & Pursuits Manager to lead strategic, high‑value bids across EMEA. You will work closely with senior partners and business development teams to shape winning pursuit strategies, manage complex bids from qualification through to submission and presentation, and coach junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end strategic bids and pursuits.
• Develop compelling win strategies, value propositions and client‑focused proposals.
• Influence senior stakeholders and drive best‑practice bid methodology.
• Analyse bid performance to improve win rates and content quality.
• Mentor junior bid professionals and contribute to team development.

Required profile

• 5+ years’ bid and pursuits experience within legal, professional services or a similarly complex environment.
• Proven success delivering winning strategic bids and managing multiple high‑value opportunities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, project management and persuasive writing skills.
• Experience coaching colleagues and influencing senior decision‑makers.
• Advanced Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills; APMP or Shipley accreditation is advantageous.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative global team environment.
• Referral scheme with £200 shopping vouchers per successful placement.