Strategic Bid Manager at Checkout.com | London

About Checkout.com Checkout.com powers digital payments for brands like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony. The platform processes billions of transactions worldwide, helping businesses deliver smooth online checkouts and improve customer experience. Headquartered in London and active across six continents, Checkout.com brings together a performance-driven team focused on excellence. The company is committed to shaping the future of fintech. Role Overview: Strategic Bid Manager The Strategic Bid Manager joins the RFP Management team in London, supporting the Strategic Accounts organization through complex enterprise sales cycles. This role crafts high-quality RFP responses and proposals for major clients. The position focuses on RFx opportunities across Europe, the USA, MENA, and APAC, working with Checkout.com's most significant accounts. The role reports to the Director of Bid Management and contributes directly to the global commercial function. What You Will Do Lead and manage RFx activities for strategic, high-value accounts in multiple global markets Guide bid teams through the proposal process, ensuring quality and consistency Collaborate closely with sales, pre-sales, and business development teams to deliver compelling proposals Support continuous improvement within the bid management function What We Look For Solid experience in payments, bid management, pre-sales, or business development Strong understanding of the payments industry and enterprise sales cycles Exceptional attention to detail Commitment to ongoing professional growth and improvement The team values collaboration and welcomes those who enjoy leading bid teams to successful outcomes. Candidates eager to make an impact in the payments sector are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Faculty?Founded in 2014, Faculty is at the forefront of artificial intelligence, recognized as the defining technology of our era. We have successfully partnered with over 350 clients globally, driving transformative change through human-centric AI solutions. Discover our impact on real-world applications here.At Faculty, we prioritize responsible innovation over fleeting trends, delivering AI solutions that genuinely enhance operational efficiency across various sectors including government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences, and defense.As our business continues to grow rapidly, we seek passionate individuals who are intellectually curious and eager to contribute to a positive technological legacy.Join us in harnessing AI's potential to revolutionize industries and make a meaningful difference.About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a strategic and driven Senior Bids Manager to spearhead our most complex, high-stakes opportunities across public and private sectors. You will play a crucial role in reshaping organizational operations through AI, leading the charge in crafting compelling bids that resonate with our mission.As part of our strategic core, you will oversee the entire bid process, translating intricate technical details into persuasive proposals. You will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, mentoring emerging talent, and refining our frameworks to enhance Faculty's competitive edge and expand our global influence.Your Responsibilities:Lead the complete bid lifecycle for high-value strategic opportunities, from initiation to final presentation, with a hands-on approach to both writing and managing bids as necessary.Conduct critical Bid/No Bid evaluations and delineate resource requirements to ensure optimal opportunity pursuit.Produce high-quality, persuasive content by synthesizing complex technical and commercial data into impactful value propositions.Collaborate with senior subject matter experts and C-suite stakeholders to align bid strategies with Faculty’s overarching commercial objectives.Enhance our bid operations by pinpointing process improvements and implementing best practices.

Methods is a leading IT Services Consultancy with a revenue exceeding £100M, dedicated to transforming the public sector in the UK through innovative solutions. With over 30 years of expertise, our UK-based firm collaborates with various central government departments and agencies to enhance operational efficiency. We pride ourselves on our unique human-centric approach, ensuring that people, technology, and data are at the core of our mission. We strive to create sustainable value for our clients, employees, and communities.At Methods, we foster a collaborative environment where our team enjoys the challenges of their work while learning from experiences. As we expand our footprint in the private sector, we remain committed to supporting our clients' success through teamwork and shared knowledge.Following our acquisition by the Alten Group in early 2022, we are now looking for a dynamic and results-oriented individual to join our Bid Team. This pivotal role will enhance our bidding capacity and drive our business growth.The successful candidate will engage in bids of diverse sizes and complexities across a wide array of services, necessitating a flexible approach.The Role:As a Senior Bid Manager, you will oversee bids from inception to completion, collaborating closely with Directors, Sales, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and external partners. Your contributions will be crucial in responding to tender opportunities through established frameworks and open competitions, enabling Methods to secure impactful projects.Key Responsibilities:Manage bids comprehensively: planning, initiating, clarifying client expectations, drafting, reviewing, signing off, and submitting proposals.Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to produce high-quality bid responses.Ensure bid responses meet client requirements and evaluation criteria through rigorous quality assurance.Assist in creating compelling pitches alongside marketing and delivery teams.Conduct internal bid debriefs and provide support to fellow Bid Managers as necessary.Contribute to the ongoing development of Methods' bid repository and supporting materials.Team Development:Mentor junior team members through coaching, job shadowing, and skill enhancement initiatives.Act as a role model, guiding team members in achieving their professional goals.

About UsIn May 2025, Equals Money and Railsr, two pioneering forces in the fintech sector, merged to leverage each other's strengths. This strategic collaboration merges Equals' extensive expertise in currency and payments with Railsr’s innovative embedded finance and card-issuing capabilities. Together, we have developed a cutting-edge financial services platform designed to scale efficiently and adapt to the needs of diverse customers across various industries and borders.Supported by a regulated infrastructure and advanced payment technologies, we are committed to delivering seamless and scalable solutions while maintaining the personal service and trusted experience our clients have come to expect.Job OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic Bid Manager to oversee and coordinate the comprehensive bid and RFP process for intricate and high-stakes commercial opportunities within our organization.Reporting directly to the Head of Revenue Operations, this role collaborates closely with Sales, Product, Risk, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure timely and commercially viable bids that align with our pricing strategies, risk appetite, and go-to-market priorities.The Bid Manager is instrumental in enhancing bid efficiency, consistency, and success rates, playing a central role in cross-functional commercial decision-making and fostering sustainable revenue growth in a regulated, multi-product environment.This delivery-focused position measures success primarily through the quality, consistency, timeliness, and scalability of bid execution.Key Responsibilities:Lead the operational delivery of end-to-end bid processes for complex RFPs, RFIs, and tailored commercial proposals.Collaborate with Sales, Product, Risk & Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Operations to coordinate input for bid responses and manage the process comprehensively.Oversee bid timelines, inputs, reviews, approvals, and submissions to ensure adherence to deadlines.Ensure bids are commercially coherent and comply with approved pricing frameworks, product capabilities, and risk appetites.Apply commercial acumen to constructively challenge inputs, identifying gaps, risks, or inconsistencies, and escalating issues through defined governance routes as necessary.Maintain a repository of bid documentation and best practices to support continuous improvement.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Bid Manager to join our dynamic team at Instructure in London. In this critical role, you will lead the bid management process, ensuring that proposals are compelling, compliant, and submitted on time. You will collaborate closely with various departments, including sales, marketing, and product development, to create winning bids that effectively showcase our solutions and value propositions.

Role Overview Adler Allan is hiring a Senior Bid Manager in London. This position leads the development and management of bids for high-profile projects. The Senior Bid Manager shapes bidding strategies and ensures proposals align with client requirements. What You Will Do Develop and manage bids for major projects Ensure all submissions meet client specifications and compliance standards Work closely with teams across the business to create strong, competitive proposals

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Bid Manager to join our team at netcompany1. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the entire bid process from initial inquiry through to submission, ensuring that all proposals are of the highest quality and meet client requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information, develop compelling proposals, and present bids to prospective clients.

Role Overview Turner Townsend is hiring a Senior Bid Coordinator in London. This role manages and coordinates bid submissions across a range of projects. The Senior Bid Coordinator works closely with colleagues from different teams to deliver bids on schedule and to a high standard. What You Will Do Oversee the end-to-end bid process for multiple projects Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and input Ensure all submissions meet quality and compliance requirements Track deadlines and manage timelines for bid delivery

Jobs for Humanity is hiring a Director of Bidding Strategies in London. This leadership role centers on shaping and executing bidding strategies that support the company’s mission to expand job opportunities for all. Role overview The Director of Bidding Strategies leads the development and rollout of new approaches to bidding. This position works closely with teams across the organization to ensure bidding efforts stay aligned with company goals and help maintain a strong presence in the market. Collaboration Expect regular collaboration with colleagues from different departments. The role requires balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution to keep bidding initiatives effective and relevant.

Join our dynamic team at AECOM as a Bid Creative Manager, where your creativity and strategic thinking will play a pivotal role in driving our bid proposals to success. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives and visuals that resonate with our clients and stakeholders. Your expertise in managing the creative process and delivering high-quality submissions will be key to enhancing our market position.

Join our dynamic team at Turner Townsend as a Senior Bid Manager specializing in Infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will lead and coordinate bid processes, ensuring that our proposals meet the highest standards of quality and align with our strategic objectives. Your expertise will not only drive business growth but also enhance our reputation in the infrastructure sector.

Company: Checkout.com Location: London About Checkout.com Checkout.com builds payment solutions trusted by major brands such as eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony. While not a household name, the company processes billions of digital transactions each year, helping clients manage payments with accuracy and reliability. Headquartered in London and operating from 19 offices worldwide, Checkout.com focuses on simplifying global digital payments. Role Overview The Senior Bid Management Specialist will join the Bids Team, a group that plays a central role in supporting enterprise sales by developing high-quality proposals and responses for merchant assurance. This position involves close collaboration with global bid managers to strengthen commercial strategies in the payments sector. Key Responsibilities Own and advance the merchant assurance workstream within the Bids Team. Refine and scale the merchant assurance response process to support company growth. Lead the adoption of AI tools to improve content management, requirement analysis, and interdisciplinary content curation (including Information Security, Data Protection, and Compliance). Ensure due diligence responses are comprehensive, operationally effective, and meet the needs of clients worldwide. Maintain a reliable knowledge base to build trust and credibility with merchants during the sales process. What We’re Looking For Experience in the payments industry with a strong grasp of its landscape and challenges. Analytical mindset and structured approach to problem-solving. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. Collaborative attitude and proactive work style. Learn more about Checkout.com at Checkout.com.

About UsHarmattan AI is at the forefront of developing autonomous and scalable defense systems tailored for the next generation. With a recent $200M Series B funding round, valuing our company at $1.4 billion, we are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our teams to deliver mission-critical solutions to allied forces.Our commitment to excellence drives us to innovate technologies that create a significant impact in the real world. We set ambitious goals and tackle the most challenging technical problems, all while upholding a culture of rigor, ownership, and execution in a demanding environment.About the RoleAs our EU Bid Manager, you will spearhead all tender and RFP initiatives across European markets. You will manage the complete bid lifecycle from qualification to submission, collaborating closely with the Sales, Product, Legal, and Finance teams. This role places you at the heart of our European commercial team, where you will have direct access to government stakeholders and strategic programs throughout Europe, making a substantial impact on our business.ResponsibilitiesLead comprehensive bid processes across Europe, including France, the UK, Germany, the Nordics, and Eastern Europe.Manage RFP evaluations, develop proposal strategies, draft submissions, and ensure high-quality outputs.Produce persuasive and technically sound proposals that meet client needs.Guarantee compliance with European procurement frameworks, export controls, and client specifications.Coordinate cross-functional contributions from Sales, Product, R&D, Legal, and Finance.Work within a structured bid governance framework, including Go/No-Go decisions, review cycles, and quality checks.Serve as the primary contact for clients during the bidding process.Monitor bid performance and provide insights to inform central strategy.

Role overview Version 1 seeks a Senior Bid Manager to oversee bid management activities for a range of sectors. This role focuses on crafting compelling proposals that support new business growth and reinforce connections with clients. What you will do Manage the full bid lifecycle, from qualifying opportunities through to final submission Collaborate with teams across Version 1 to collect information and coordinate on bid strategy Create clear, customized proposals that reflect client requirements and demonstrate Version 1’s capabilities Use strong project management skills to keep bid processes organized and ensure deadlines are met Location This position is available to candidates in Belfast, Birmingham, Edinburgh, London, Manchester, or Newcastle upon Tyne.

Join Contentful as a Strategic Alliances Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in forging and nurturing key partnerships that drive our business forward. Your expertise will contribute to developing strategic initiatives that enhance our market presence and value proposition.

About Pleo Pleo simplifies spend management for finance teams and employees. The company’s products help businesses move beyond traditional processes, making financial management easier and more effective. Over the past ten years, Pleo has supported more than 40,000 customers. The team includes over 850 people representing more than 100 nationalities, all focused on building a seamless future for business spending. Role Overview: Strategic Programme Manager The Strategic Programme Manager will join the Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy & Programs team. This role centers on leading major initiatives that connect strategy, data, operations, and technology to strengthen Pleo’s GTM performance across Sales, Customer Success, Product, and Communications. Experience in programme management is essential. The person in this role will manage projects from start to finish, guide teams, and help shape processes that support significant business growth. The focus is on building efficient systems and creative solutions aimed at multiplying Pleo’s growth. Team Structure This position reports to the Director of GTM Strategy & Programs. Collaboration will span Revenue Operations, Customer Success, Sales and Growth, Product, Data, and Commercial IT teams. Main Responsibilities Lead commercial programmes that improve revenue efficiency throughout the customer lifecycle Drive new business revenue acquisition Strengthen the growth revenue pipeline Develop and implement churn prevention strategies Promote product adoption Apply AI to enhance GTM delivery Location This role is based in London.

Role overview Egis Group seeks a Bid Coordinator based in London. This role centers on managing and coordinating the bid process for various projects, ensuring each stage runs smoothly from start to finish. Key responsibilities Collaborate with teams across the company to collect information and prepare bid documents. Organize timelines and make sure all submissions are delivered on schedule. Review each bid to confirm it meets client requirements and maintains accuracy standards.

Role overview Scan-Com International Ltd. seeks a Network Partnerships Manager to join the London office. This role centers on building and managing strategic partnerships within the UK. The position plays a key part in expanding the company’s network and supporting overall business growth. What you will do Identify and assess new partnership opportunities throughout the UK Negotiate agreements with both prospective and current partners Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and oversee partnerships Track partnership performance and resolve issues as they come up Collaboration The Network Partnerships Manager works closely with teams across the business. The aim is to ensure partnerships support company goals and deliver value for all involved.

Lightspeed is seeking a dynamic and experienced Strategic Account Manager to forge, nurture, and enhance relationships with our key enterprise clients in the hospitality sector. This pivotal role will allow you to be the main point of contact for our largest hospitality customers in the UK, ensuring their long-term success and satisfaction. Your primary focus will be on driving growth, facilitating product adoption, and managing stakeholder relationships within your designated portfolio. Utilizing data insights, customer feedback, and your SaaS expertise, you will strive to create substantial value at an enterprise level. Key Responsibilities Serve as the principal liaison for major and strategic hospitality clients. Develop and implement tailored account plans aimed at driving growth, retention, and heightened product adoption. Proactively enhance product usage and ensure sustained Net Revenue Retention (NRR) across your portfolio. Lead quarterly business reviews and establish success plans. Analyze usage data, milestone achievements, and health scores to identify and address potential risks proactively. Establish strong, trust-based relationships with C-level and operational stakeholders, solidifying Lightspeed’s position as a trusted long-term partner. Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Customer Success, Implementation, and Support teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences. Gather customer feedback and effectively communicate it to relevant teams to pinpoint product gaps and enhance the overall customer journey.

Join mercor as a Strategic Project Lead, where you will drive key initiatives and strategic projects that shape the future of our organization. We are looking for a dynamic leader who can effectively manage cross-functional teams, ensure project delivery on time and within budget, and align strategic goals with operational execution. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a passion for driving impactful results.