JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
What this job involves:
As a Bid Manager within our Government and Public Sector team, you'll take full ownership of strategically important bids that help deliver essential services to communities across the UK. This role sits at the heart of our public sector growth strategy, where you'll manage the complete bid lifecycle—from initial opportunity qualification through to final submission.
You'll craft compelling win strategies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and produce high-quality proposals that resonate with public sector clients including local authorities, NHS trusts, and central government departments. Working in a collaborative environment where teams are built on mutual support and shared success, you'll quickly establish yourself as a trusted partner to technical experts and senior stakeholders alike.
This is a hands-on position that offers genuine autonomy and the chance to develop your bid management expertise whilst contributing to contracts that make a tangible difference to public services.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Lead end-to-end bid management for multiple public sector pursuits simultaneously, maintaining oversight of timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time, high-quality submissions
Develop and articulate clear win strategies by analysing client requirements, competitive positioning, and internal capabilities to create proposals that genuinely address public sector priorities
Coordinate and mobilize cross-functional bid teams, bringing together technical specialists, subject matter experts, and senior leadership to contribute their expertise at the right moments
Manage bid schedules and workflows, setting realistic milestones, tracking progress, and proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks to keep pursuits on track
Write, edit, and quality-assure bid content, ensuring all narrative is client-focused, compliant with tender requirements, and aligned with JLL's value proposition and brand standards
Facilitate bid kick-off meetings, strategy sessions, and review workshops, creating an environment where contributors feel empowered to share insights and challenge thinking
Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across service lines and geographies, establishing yourself as a go-to partner for public sector opportunities
Contribute to continuous improvement of bid processes, templates, and knowledge management systems, sharing lessons learned and championing best practices across the team
Required qualifications:
Demonstrable experience managing bids or proposals, ideally within professional services, facilities management, property, or consultancy environments
Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, manage competing priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting
Excellent written communication skills, with a proven ability to craft clear, persuasive, and client-centric content that responds directly to buyer requirements
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders at various levels, from technical specialists to senior executives, and building productive working relationships quickly
Understanding of public sector procurement processes, frameworks, and evaluation criteria, or a strong willingness to develop this knowledge rapidly
Highly organized and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to maintain quality standards whilst managing the volume and complexity of bid activity
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with the ability to produce professional documentation and presentations
Preferred qualifications:
Previous experience managing bids specifically for UK public sector clients such as local authorities, NHS organizations, or central government departments
Familiarity with public procurement regulations including the Public Contracts Regulations and common frameworks such as Crown Commercial Service agreements
Background in real estate, facilities management, project management, or professional services within a business-to-government context
APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) qualification or working towards certification
Experience using bid and proposal management software or CRM systems to track opportunities and maintain bid libraries
Proven track record of successful bid outcomes, with examples of where your contributions directly supported winning submissions
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
