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Job summary
A leading education institution in Lincoln is seeking an experienced Bid Manager specialized in defence and security. This permanent full-time role involves leading competitive bids, collaborating with stakeholders, and managing a small team. The successful candidate will have significant bid management experience and a proven track record in large-scale bids. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth and impact.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Strong bid management and financial planning experience.
- Proven success in managing large-scale bids in higher education, defence, or public sector.
- Exceptional communication and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end management of competitive bids.
- Collaborate with academic experts and sector stakeholders.
- Manage a small team overseeing contract delivery.
Skills
Defence and Security Education Location: Lincoln
Salary: From £44,746 per annum
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time, 37 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday 04 January 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: OEES002A
The University of Lincoln Professional Development Unit (PDU) sits within the Office for Executive Education and Skills, delivering high-impact, sector-responsive learning and development programmes. Working closely with government, military, and industry partners, the PDU plays a vital role in advancing workforce capability and supporting the University’s civic and strategic mission.
We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager (Defence and Security) to lead the University’s strategic approach to securing external funding and contracts within the defence and security sectors. This senior role offers an exciting opportunity to influence national education and training priorities, expand our partnerships, and position the University as a trusted provider of professional development, research, and consultancy in this field.
- Lead end-to-end management of competitive bids, from market analysis and pipeline development to proposal design, costing, and submission.
- Collaborate with academic experts and sector stakeholders to ensure all bids align with client needs, regulatory standards, and institutional priorities.
- Manage a small team, overseeing delivery planning for successful contracts.
- Maintain effective relationships with the Ministry of Defence, Armed Forces, and industry partners.
- Strong bid management, financial planning, and project delivery experience.
- Proven track record of success in developing or managing large-scale bids, ideally within higher education, defence, or public sector training environments.
- Exceptional communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across complex organisational structures.
- Eligibility for UK Security Vetting (BPSS) clearance and willingness to travel to military and partner sites as required.
The post offers a dynamic, forward-thinking team environment, flexibility, inclusivity, and opportunities for career growth and impact.
Join us in shaping the future of defence and security education. If you would like further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Amy Mumby at .
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