Head of Group Bids

We are working exclusively with a market-leading organisation within the health and wellbeing sector to support the recruitment of a Head of Group Bids!

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, sales-led business that has seen exceptional year-on-year growth. With a global presence supporting over 85,000 organisations and 13 million lives across the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, this organisation is part of a larger group with a turnover exceeding £400m – offering substantial backing for further expansion and career progression!

As Head of Group Bids, you will lead the Group Bids team, managing the end-to-end bid process to secure new business and support client retention strategies.

You will play a key role in driving the organisation’s growth by developing compelling, high-quality proposals and managing a range of complex opportunities.

This role will also involve establishing a group-wide bids function to support tenders across multiple companies within the wider group.

Day to Day

• Lead the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification to submission and post-bid reviews.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the Bids team to deliver high-quality proposals.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create bespoke, client-centric bid responses.
• Drive continuous improvement across bid processes, content libraries, and internal systems.
• Develop and deliver compelling renewal strategies to support client retention.
• Provide strategic insights into bid outcomes, market trends, and business opportunities.
• Present bid proposals to both internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership.

YOU?

• Proven experience leading bids teams within a fast-paced, commercial professional services environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing or mentoring teams.
• Commercially astute with a “win all bids” mindset.
• Experience within the healthcare, wellbeing, or counselling sectors is desirable but not essential.

This organisation is renowned for its commitment to employee development, offering a supportive environment where ambition is nurtured.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, thrive under pressure, and are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity to join a business that truly values its people!

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