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Bid Manager, Solutions Development

Project & Development Services (PDS)  - (Kolkata/India)

About the role

Pitching is the primary responsibility of the Solutions Development Team. The team provides end to end solutions for a pursuit in partnership with the business based on processes, criteria and strategic priorities of the firm.

Your role will also include supporting the regional sales strategy and growth of the business while working in partnership with the various business groups and sales leaders as required. In addition, you may also be asked to support the planning and carrying out of business development activities such as;

Accompanying the Solutions Development Directors to networking events and prospective client meetings,Managing and tracking communication with prospects and clients, andDeveloping personal relationships that drive the business development strategies of the company, improve understanding of clients, and ultimately achieve the desired impact on return on investment.

  

Core Skillset

The position calls for a solid foundation in project management, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight timelines.  This person will support the new business initiative through Request For Information (RFI) and Request For Proposals (RFP) responses, specifically leading major local bids with a fee value > USD 1m or a strategic development client, and take responsibility for the end-to-end management of bids, including planning activities. The role will also manage contributions from the business against bid objectives and to deadline.

Detail Oriented

You will ensure adherence to all bid processes and documentation, conduct formatting, proofreading and copy checking, identify bid / proposal process improvements and best practice and use knowledge of competition, processes, clients or sectors / domains to bring to light any risks or gaps in the response, solution.

Research Savvy

As part of the regional team, you will be required to conduct regular market research and be responsible for actively contributing to the firm’s knowledge management system. You will use knowledge of the competition, processes, clients or sectors / domains to bring to light any risks or gaps in the response, and solution.

Sound like you? To apply you need to be:

Our successful Project Managers …

Engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders and see things from their perspective.Are driven to succeed and love achieving challenging goals.Bring a structured and organised approach to everything they do. Communicate and collaborate to achieve success.Thrive under pressure and deal effectively with tight deadlines and high expectations.

Effective Communicator

You will have exceptional project management, written and oral communication and presentation skills. The ability to absorb and translate broad concepts and ideas into clear and logical communications.

Resilient

Positive attitude and commitment and willingness to learn and collaborate. A flexible, resourceful and proactive individual who is able to produce results with minimal guidance and under tight deadlines. You will have the ability to work well under pressure and at high volume without compromising quality.

Qualifications

Degree, preferably in Marketing/Business Administration/ Communications/ Real Estate

Minimum  10  years of experience within a professional services firm in a business development / marketing capacity

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!

Location:

On-site –Kolkata, WB

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

48

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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