Bid Manager
On-siteBournemouth, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Produce compelling, tailored proposals and manage multiple concurrent submissions to meet firm deadlines. Support go/no-go decisions, develop a library of proposal-ready credentials, and track sector issues to identify high-value client opportunities. Partner closely with fee-earners to challenge bid strategy, coach on pitching best practices, and facilitate review sessions to capture lessons learned. Collaborate with Marketing on events and content, ensure cold enquiries are responded to quickly, and help devise new processes for pipeline management and reporting. This role reports to the Business Development & Marketing Director and supports the firm's growth strategy across healthcare, shipping, and other key sectors.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience managing proposals in a law firm or professional services environment
- Ability to develop strong relationships with partners and fee-earners and be seen as a trusted adviser with credibility
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, client-ready content
- Excellent project management skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
- Commercial awareness and understanding of client decision-making
Desired Qualifications
- Using tools such as LinkedIn and AI in research
- Advanced PowerPoint skills for proposal production
- Experience of CRM systems/pipeline reporting tools
- Experience working within one or more of Lester Aldridge's key sectors (e.g. healthcare, shipping, housebuilders, private wealth)
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