Bid Lead

Are you a strategic thinker with a flair for persuasive writing and cross-functional collaboration? At Expleo UK, we're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bid Lead to drive high-quality proposals that win business in the UK market. This is a high-impact role where you'll lead the end-to-end bid lifecycle, shape compelling narratives, and influence commercial success across sectors.

What's in It for You?

• Strategic Ownership - Lead bids from qualification to contract award, shaping value propositions and win themes
• Hybrid Flexibility - Enjoy a mix of remote and in-office work tailored to your lifestyle
• Professional Growth - Collaborate across departments and develop your bid management expertise
• Collaborative Culture - Work with teams that value precision, storytelling, and continuous improvement
• Market Impact - Play a key role in securing business with UK-based clients across public and private sectors

• Lead planning, coordination, and submission of PQQs, RFPs, and formal bids
• Interpret bid documentation and customer requirements with strategic insight
• Write and edit high-quality bid content tailored to UK client expectations
• Prepare executive summaries and management overviews that articulate win themes
• Collaborate with Sales, Delivery, Legal, and Finance teams to validate solutions and pricing
• Own the bid qualification (go/no-go) process and ensure alignment with business strategy
• Review and refine commercial models and pricing sheets for competitiveness
• Maintain and evolve a central bid library including case studies, CVs, and boilerplate content
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the bid process
• Manage bid budgets and ensure efficient use of resources
• Conduct post-submission reviews and lead lessons learned sessions
• Support multiple concurrent bids with varying complexity and timelines

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Communications, or a related field
• Certifications in bid management, proposal writing, or project management are a plus