Bid Manager​/Bid Writer

• In-person with Hybrid opportunity after probation

London Fire Solutions is a leading passive fire protection specialist, delivering high-quality, compliant fire door manufacturing, installation, and remedial services across the UK.

With a strong pipeline of work and a focus on quality and safety, we’re continuing to grow — and we want you to be part of it.

We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager / Bid Writer to lead bid management and bid writing activity across the business. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full tender and pre-qualification process, producing clear, compelling and compliant submissions that are delivered accurately and, wherever possible, ahead of deadline. Working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams, you will play a key role in securing major contracts and framework opportunities while ensuring LFS is represented professionally and consistently.

• Lead the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity assessment through to submission and post-tender review.
• Plan, coordinate, write, review and submit high-quality bids, tenders and PQQ responses.
• Work with operational, commercial and technical teams to gather accurate information and develop strong, compliant submissions.
• Create clear win themes and tailored responses that reflect LFS’s expertise, quality and value.
• Manage bid plans, review stages and internal deadlines to ensure submissions are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain and improve bid content libraries, case studies and supporting materials.
• Manage tender portals, framework submissions and pre-qualification questionnaires efficiently and accurately.
• Review bid outcomes, capture feedback and identify opportunities to strengthen future submissions.
• Build strong relationships across the business and communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience in bid management, bid writing, tender coordination or proposal development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive and professional submissions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a consistent approach to quality and accuracy.
• Understanding of public sector procurement frameworks and regulated tender processes.
• Experience responding to social value questions, including using the National TOMs framework.
• Experience developing bid libraries, case studies and standard response content.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate contributions from a range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach and the ability to take ownership of the bid process from start to finish.
• Good working knowledge of tender portals, PQQs and formal bid submission processes.
• Commercial awareness and confidence coordinating stakeholders throughout the bid process.
• Ability to monitor tender pipeline activity and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Proficient in Microsoft business applications.

• Experience with in construction, compliance, passive fire protection, fire safety or a related sector.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to position value effectively within tender submissions.
• Experience working in a growing business where priorities can shift quickly.
• Experience using Auto Gen AI or similar AI tools to support bid writing, research, content drafting or workflow efficiency.
• Proficient in customer relationship management applications, such as Hub Spot or similar platforms.

• On site parking
• Death in Service benefit
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 20 days annual leave + your birthday off
• Extra 1-day annual leave per year of service (up to 25 days)
• Consistent, long‑term workload
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a specialist industry

At London Fire Solutions, you’re not just joining a company — you’re building a career in a specialist industry where your skills are valued and developed.