Overview

Talent Acquisition Manager - UK, EU, GCC and US @ Investigo and The IN Group

The IN Group | City of London, Hybrid | Competitive Basic Salary + bonus

What the role is

The Head of Bids leads the formal and non-formal bid management process and team, from pre-qualification through to contract award, for Investigo, InX, BioTalent & Definia. The role coordinates and produces proposals, manages cross-functional teams, and ensures submissions meet highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance. Focus on growing the company’s win rate from pitch (PowerPoint) through to multi-million pound bids and supporting the sales floor.

Experience Needed

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in bid management, proposal development, ideally within the Recruitment or Talent Industry
• Proven experience of bids process management within consulting
• Proven track record of successfully managing and winning large-scale bids

Skills

• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in bid management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and team management skills

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and proactive with a strategic mindset
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Management: Lead the end-to-end bid process (PQQ, RFI, RFP, final submission); develop bid strategies aligned with company objectives; coordinate input from sales, finance, legal, and technical teams; write, edit, and review proposal content; ensure compliance; manage schedules; tailor proposals and presentations; oversee pitch deck creation; content curation for templates, case studies, and key messages.
• Stakeholder Management: Work with senior management to develop win strategies and differentiators; provide regular progress updates; mentor bid managers and coordinators; drive continuous improvement of bid processes.
• Market Analysis & Research: Identify new opportunities and monitor competitor activities; capture feedback to improve future bids.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all bid activities comply with policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards; identify and mitigate bid risks.

What we offer

• Autonomous working environment with an experienced hire model
• Regular international travel for high achievers
• Generous referral scheme
• Hybrid working with flexible policy
• Private health insurance, eye tests, discounted gym memberships
• Wellbeing initiatives (yoga, martial arts, morning sessions) and social events
• Wellbeing and Engagement committee
• Charity initiatives (e.g., Big Investigo Give)

Job function & seniority

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Writing/Editing and Consulting
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services; Staffing and Recruiting

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