Job Description

Bid & Marketing Manager

Gillingham, Kent
Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

About Us

LFS is a leading manufacturer and contractor in the passive fire protection sector, specialising in high-quality fire doors and installation across London, the South Coast, and the Midlands. With over a decade of excellence and 18M turnover, we are growing rapidly and looking for the right people to help drive the next phase of our success.

The Role

We are seeking an energetic, organised, and creative

Bid & Marketing Manager

to take ownership of our bid submissions and marketing output. This is a hybrid role that blends strategic bid management with hands-on marketing -- perfect for someone who loves winning work and telling a great story.

Key Responsibilities:

Bid Management

Lead the end-to-end bid process: PQQs, tenders, frameworks, proposals Coordinate input from Directors, Estimators, and Delivery Teams Write and edit compelling, high-quality content for submissions Manage bid schedules and ensure all deadlines are hit Track success rates and implement continuous improvement

Marketing Management

Develop and deliver a marketing strategy aligned to business goals Create case studies, project profiles, capability statements, brochures Manage website updates and social media presence Coordinate photography, video content, and branding initiatives Support internal communications and brand building

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in bid writing/management in construction, FM, or fire protection Strong writing and editing skills with a sharp eye for detail Some marketing or content creation experience (formal marketing qualifications a plus, but not essential) Excellent project management and organisational skills Confident liaising with senior stakeholders and technical teams Self-starter attitude: proactive, resilient, and adaptable

What We Offer:

Competitive salary package (DOE) Company performance bonus 20 days holiday + bank holidays 1 days birthday holiday additional 1 day pr each full year service (maximum 25 days) Pension scheme Training and development opportunities Supportive, ambitious, and growing business culture

Ready to help us win more work and grow the LFS brand?

Apply today and be part of something exciting.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Gillingham ME8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Bid management: 3 years (preferred) Marketing Management: 3 years (preferred) Creative writing: 1 year (preferred) Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Location:

Gillingham ME8 (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/05/2025
Reference ID: Bid and Marketing
Expected start date: 11/05/2025