Job Title: Bid Coordinator

Location: Richmond

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bid Coordinator to join a leading law firm based in Richmond. This firm, established through a merger in 2020, is known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and fostering a "human-first" culture. With over 450 staff and multiple offices across the South-East and London, this firm is consistently ranked in The Times’ Best Law Firms and recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

As part of their growth strategy, the firm is looking for an experienced Bid Coordinator to manage the entire bid process from end to end. Working closely with the Marketing Team Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the firm’s bid submissions are compelling, accurate, and aligned with client and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Coordinate and manage the bid process, ensuring all deadlines are met and quality standards maintained.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, marketing, finance, and compliance, to gather information for bids.
- Review and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of bid documentation.
- Develop and maintain a repository of bid-related information, including templates and case studies.
- Assist in crafting bid strategies and creating impactful content aligned with client needs.
- Manage communication with clients and external partners during the bid process.
- Organise internal meetings and reviews to streamline the bid development process.
- Monitor and track bid outcomes, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in bid management.
- Collaborate with the broader marketing team on related projects as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Proven experience in bid coordination or a similar role, within the legal sector is essential.
- Familiarity with bidding for legal panels and using procurement portals is highly desired.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities, capable of handling multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and bid management tools.
- Knowledge of tendering processes and regulations.
- A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a strong team-oriented approach.
- Degree-level education in business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Additional Information:

- The role involves occasional travel to other office locations.
- You will report directly to the Marketing Team Lead.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate with legal sector bid experience to join a thriving, innovative firm. If you’re detail-oriented, organised, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
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