Proposals Manager

Overview

Manage end-to-end proposal and bid process, creating compelling submissions for NG Bailey.

Key Responsibilities

• proposal management
• template maintenance
• client presentations
• storyboarding
• content development
• stakeholder collaboration

Tasks

Partnering closely with our Solutions Directors, you’ll collaborate across multiple business streams – including Operations, HR, Legal, IT, and Energy – to create compelling, compliant, and strategically aligned proposals that reflect our values and growth strategy. This is a pivotal role where you’ll take ownership of the end-to-end proposal process, leading the development of high-quality, client-focused submissions that help secure new business and retain key clients. -Supporting with client presentations and other work-winning activities as required. -Leading storyboarding sessions and developing executive summaries and win themes that tell a compelling story. -Maintaining and improving proposal templates, content libraries, and proposal standards. -Managing the end-to-end proposal process for RFIs, PQQs, ITTs, RFPs, and client presentations. -Producing engaging, persuasive, and professionally presented submissions that showcase NG Bailey’s capabilities and value proposition. -Working closely with the Solutions Directors, work winning and operations teams to ensure all submissions are client-focused and strategically positioned. -Partnering with subject matter experts (SMEs) across departments to gather and refine high-quality content aligned to client needs.

Requirements

• word
• powerpoint
• apmp
• bid management
• stakeholder management
• proposal writer

What You Bring

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and confident communicator who enjoys taking full ownership of the proposal process and thrives on collaboration. Location: Remote (UK-based) with travel to London as required You’ll ideally already be working as a Proposal or an experienced Bid writer, but we’re also open to experienced Bid Coordinators ready to step up into a more autonomous role. -The ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines. -Proven experience in proposal or bid management, ideally within hard FM, construction, or professional services. -Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. -Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills with a keen eye for detail and storytelling. -(Desirable) APMP Foundation certification -Familiarity with procurement processes and tendering frameworks (public and private sector). -Excellent stakeholder management skills – able to coordinate inputs across multiple departments and drive projects to completion.

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Benefits

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. You’ll have the opportunity to see the whole journey of a proposal – from initial concept through to final presentation – with the freedom to make your mark and shape how we present ourselves to clients. Salary: Competitive + Private Healthcare + Flexible Benefits This is a hybrid/remote position with flexibility to work from home and travel occasionally to our London office for collaboration and key meetings. -25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days -Life Assurance -Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) -Private Medical Insurance -Flexible benefits to choose from inc: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. -Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days -Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution -Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

About Ng Bailey

-Delivers complex, large-scale projects across the UK. -Work spans the full asset lifecycle, including engineering design, offsite manufacturing, and maintenance. -Projects include EV charging hubs, rail signalling systems, and critical infrastructure installations. -Specialisms cover rail, IT services, facilities management, energy, electric vehicles, and infrastructure. -Historic headquarters at Denton Hall blend heritage architecture with modern command centre capabilities. -Recognized for renowned apprenticeship schemes and a proprietary BIM portal showcasing digital expertise.

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