Proposal (Bid) Support Manager – Consulting Services

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Proposal Support Manager to drive the proposal lifecycle within our consulting practice. This role will be responsible for bid qualification tender administration and the creation of compelling compliant proposals that reflect our consulting capabilities and value proposition. The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of professional services with strong project management and administrative consulting expertise to deliver high-quality submissions that win business. Additionally the ideal candidate should possess excellent graphic design skills to create visually appealing and engaging proposals as well as experience working in a consulting technology firm to ensure alignment with industry standards and practices.

Key Responsibilities

Bid & Tender Management:

• Evaluate incoming RFPs RFIs and EOIs to assess strategic fit and facilitate go/no-go decisions with leadership.
• Manage the end-to-end tender process ensuring compliance with client instructions and internal quality standards.

• Build and maintain a central bid calendar and pipeline tracker for all opportunities.

Proposal Development & Writing:

• Lead the development of client-focused proposals including tailored executive summaries team credentials methodologies and case studies.

• Collaborate with consultants subject matter experts business development teams and leadership to gather and synthesize input.
• Ensure consistency in tone brand and visual identity across all documentation.

Design skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with the ability to create engaging and visually appealing presentations.
• Strong graphic design skills including experience with design software such as Adobe Photoshop Illustrator or similar tools.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear concise and visually compelling graphics.
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics and layout

Project Management:

• Develop proposal workplans and timelines assigning responsibilities and managing deliverables across stakeholders.

• Facilitate daily stand-ups or progress meetings to monitor timelines and resolve blockers.
• Identify and manage risks ensuring on-time delivery of all bid documents.

Strategic & Administrative Support:

• Maintain a repository of past proposals CVs project references and boilerplate content for reuse and customisation.
• Provide advisory support on bid strategy competitive positioning and response themes.
• Recommend and implement improvements in proposal processes and tools to boost efficiency and win rates.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Business Communications Marketing Public Policy or a related field.
• APMP certification or formal training in proposal/bid management.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is an advantage

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 57 years of experience in proposal management or tender coordination preferably within a consulting advisory or professional services environment.
• Background in project management and administrative consulting with a clear understanding of consulting sales cycles.
• Exceptional writing editing and formatting skillsable to craft persuasive content tailored to client needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel) and familiar with proposal automation or CRM tools (e.g. Loopio RFPIO Salesforce).
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working in a consulting technology firm with a strong understanding of industry standards and practices.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop Illustrator or similar tools

Additional Information :

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating consulting environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact strategic bids across various sectors.
• Career growth through exposure to strategic business development and client engagement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive.  Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile depending on operational requirements.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time