Bids and Tenders Manager required by a multi national, award winning Food and Drink company. A Foodservice / Hospitality background is essential for the Bids and Tenders Manager position. Experience with On Trade is essential ! The Package: £36K - £40K Full Benefits details available on application Are you a sharp writer with a knack for crafting compelling bids? Do you understand the fast-paced world click apply for full job details
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Bids and Tenders Manager required by a multi national, award winning Food and Drink company. A Foodservice / Hospitality background is essential for the Bids and Tenders Manager position. Experience with On Trade is essential ! The Package: £36K - £40K Full Benefits details available on application Are you a sharp writer with a knack for crafting compelling bids? Do you understand the fast-paced world click apply for full job details
Bids and Tenders Manager required by a multi national, award winning Food and Drink company. A Foodservice / Hospitality background is essential for the Bids and Tenders Manager position. Experience with On Trade is essential ! The Package: £36K - £40K Full Benefits details available on application Are you a sharp writer with a knack for crafting compelling bids? Do you understand the fast-paced world click apply for full job details
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Bids and Tenders Manager required by a multi national, award winning Food and Drink company. A Foodservice / Hospitality background is essential for the Bids and Tenders Manager position. Experience with On Trade is essential ! The Package: £36K - £40K Full Benefits details available on application Are you a sharp writer with a knack for crafting compelling bids? Do you understand the fast-paced world click apply for full job details
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD
Overview Bid Manager Location: Normanton or Norwich / Hybrid (4 Days in the Office) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent We are proud to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced and driven Bid Manager to join their growing Bid Management team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and detail-focused professional to lead bid activity, manage a talented team of writers, and deliver high-quality, commercially competitive tender submissions. The role offers hybrid flexibility from either Normanton or Norwich. Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the bid writing team and manage bid allocation. Review and approve non-commercial bid content to ensure clarity, quality, and consistency. Maintain and develop the Bid Response Library to support future tender submissions. Monitor and evaluate tender opportunities using market intelligence and tracking tools. Take full ownership of assigned bids, coordinating input from departments such as Pricing, Contracts, Implementation, Operations, IT, and Finance. Write and edit high-impact responses tailored to the client's requirements. Ensure timely legal review of terms and conditions and communicate implications clearly to stakeholders. Conduct client briefings and debriefs pre- and post-tender when needed. Analyse feedback to identify areas for improvement in the bid process. Provide strategic bid support to the wider sales community. Qualifications Essential: Proven experience in bid management and successful bid writing Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Exceptional attention to detail and deadline-driven approach High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word Self-motivated with strong organisational skills Creative, strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset Desirable: Experience in a commercial or industry-specific environment Familiarity with contract management principles Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to the company's growth. The organisation offers flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Ready to lead winning bids? Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Bid Manager. Contact us today. If you would like to know more about this Bid Manager opportunity, or you know of anyone that fits the bill, please forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place . This is an unlimited offer. As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you're looking for and we'll do our best to assist. T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information. Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore, please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence. We have also setup a contacts list for candidates to join to be made aware of all relevant jobs to them. If this sounds of interest, then please get in contact with us via our website and send us your CV so that we can make sure you receive relevant updates on our latest vacancies.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Overview Bid Manager Location: Normanton or Norwich / Hybrid (4 Days in the Office) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent We are proud to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced and driven Bid Manager to join their growing Bid Management team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and detail-focused professional to lead bid activity, manage a talented team of writers, and deliver high-quality, commercially competitive tender submissions. The role offers hybrid flexibility from either Normanton or Norwich. Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the bid writing team and manage bid allocation. Review and approve non-commercial bid content to ensure clarity, quality, and consistency. Maintain and develop the Bid Response Library to support future tender submissions. Monitor and evaluate tender opportunities using market intelligence and tracking tools. Take full ownership of assigned bids, coordinating input from departments such as Pricing, Contracts, Implementation, Operations, IT, and Finance. Write and edit high-impact responses tailored to the client's requirements. Ensure timely legal review of terms and conditions and communicate implications clearly to stakeholders. Conduct client briefings and debriefs pre- and post-tender when needed. Analyse feedback to identify areas for improvement in the bid process. Provide strategic bid support to the wider sales community. Qualifications Essential: Proven experience in bid management and successful bid writing Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Exceptional attention to detail and deadline-driven approach High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word Self-motivated with strong organisational skills Creative, strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset Desirable: Experience in a commercial or industry-specific environment Familiarity with contract management principles Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to the company's growth. The organisation offers flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Ready to lead winning bids? Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Bid Manager. Contact us today. If you would like to know more about this Bid Manager opportunity, or you know of anyone that fits the bill, please forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place . This is an unlimited offer. As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you're looking for and we'll do our best to assist. T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information. Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore, please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence. We have also setup a contacts list for candidates to join to be made aware of all relevant jobs to them. If this sounds of interest, then please get in contact with us via our website and send us your CV so that we can make sure you receive relevant updates on our latest vacancies.
Bid Manager - Digital Solutions (Experience & Transformation) Location: Kensington (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) Salary: £50,000-£65,000 (DOE & APMP qualification) Bonus: £7,000-£15,000 based on profit target Experience: 3-5 years About the Role We are looking for a proactive, organised and commercially minded Bid Manager to join our Digital Solutions team within the wider Experience & Transformation function. You will lead and manage high-quality bids across digital transformation, cloud services and secure platform delivery, supporting the sales team in winning complex enterprise opportunities. This role suits someone who can confidently manage their own workload, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and drive the end-to-end bid process while producing compelling proposals that stand out. About Us We are a global organisation of around 1,500 people delivering impactful work across five business units. Our work spans digital transformation, data-driven consulting, technology solutions and operational systems. Our teams are formed of analysts, architects, designers, engineers and business development specialists who bring creativity, insight and commercial thinking to every project. About the Digital Solutions Team You'll be joining a team delivering major transformation initiatives for UK clients, including: New digital capability and platform delivery Secure cloud environments for large-scale organisations 24/7 operational support for enterprise systems Legacy technology transformation and optimisation What You'll Be Doing Bid Leadership & Management Lead bid/no-bid discussions and perform background research Build clear project plans and co-ordinate timelines and governance Run kick-off sessions, value proposition workshops and storyboarding Manage stakeholder engagement across technical, commercial and design teams Oversee production of final proposal and presentation materials Proposal Development Shape bid structure and develop compelling written content Ensure win themes, value messaging and client-first principles are embedded Provide writing, proofing and quality control support Assist with presentation planning and pitch preparation Process & Stakeholder Management Act as the central point of contact for each bid Maintain win/loss statistics and contribute to performance analysis Update and improve the bid library with reusable content Coach colleagues on bidding best practice Who You Are 3-5 years' experience in professional bids or proposal management Motivated by winning and delivering excellent work Strong writer with excellent attention to detail Experienced managing the full bid lifecycle Confident engaging with senior stakeholders Strong project management skills APMP qualification preferred This role is not client-facing but does require close collaboration with sales, product and technical teams. What We Offer Progression & Development Clear merit-based progression Annual reviews with structured development plans Internal and external training opportunities 5% innovation time for learning and experimentation Flexibility Hybrid working (3 days on-site) Collaborative, supportive and high-performance culture Benefits Competitive salary and bonus Up to 5% matched pension contributions Life and Personal Accident Insurance Private Health Insurance (after year 2) Health & Wellbeing Plan 25 days annual leave Working-abroad policy Enhanced maternity/paternity policies On-site gym access We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Bid Manager - Digital Solutions (Experience & Transformation) Location: Kensington (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) Salary: £50,000-£65,000 (DOE & APMP qualification) Bonus: £7,000-£15,000 based on profit target Experience: 3-5 years About the Role We are looking for a proactive, organised and commercially minded Bid Manager to join our Digital Solutions team within the wider Experience & Transformation function. You will lead and manage high-quality bids across digital transformation, cloud services and secure platform delivery, supporting the sales team in winning complex enterprise opportunities. This role suits someone who can confidently manage their own workload, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and drive the end-to-end bid process while producing compelling proposals that stand out. About Us We are a global organisation of around 1,500 people delivering impactful work across five business units. Our work spans digital transformation, data-driven consulting, technology solutions and operational systems. Our teams are formed of analysts, architects, designers, engineers and business development specialists who bring creativity, insight and commercial thinking to every project. About the Digital Solutions Team You'll be joining a team delivering major transformation initiatives for UK clients, including: New digital capability and platform delivery Secure cloud environments for large-scale organisations 24/7 operational support for enterprise systems Legacy technology transformation and optimisation What You'll Be Doing Bid Leadership & Management Lead bid/no-bid discussions and perform background research Build clear project plans and co-ordinate timelines and governance Run kick-off sessions, value proposition workshops and storyboarding Manage stakeholder engagement across technical, commercial and design teams Oversee production of final proposal and presentation materials Proposal Development Shape bid structure and develop compelling written content Ensure win themes, value messaging and client-first principles are embedded Provide writing, proofing and quality control support Assist with presentation planning and pitch preparation Process & Stakeholder Management Act as the central point of contact for each bid Maintain win/loss statistics and contribute to performance analysis Update and improve the bid library with reusable content Coach colleagues on bidding best practice Who You Are 3-5 years' experience in professional bids or proposal management Motivated by winning and delivering excellent work Strong writer with excellent attention to detail Experienced managing the full bid lifecycle Confident engaging with senior stakeholders Strong project management skills APMP qualification preferred This role is not client-facing but does require close collaboration with sales, product and technical teams. What We Offer Progression & Development Clear merit-based progression Annual reviews with structured development plans Internal and external training opportunities 5% innovation time for learning and experimentation Flexibility Hybrid working (3 days on-site) Collaborative, supportive and high-performance culture Benefits Competitive salary and bonus Up to 5% matched pension contributions Life and Personal Accident Insurance Private Health Insurance (after year 2) Health & Wellbeing Plan 25 days annual leave Working-abroad policy Enhanced maternity/paternity policies On-site gym access We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer
Procast Building Contractors Ltd.
Hamilton, Lanarkshire
About usDue to recent success across all divisions of the business, Procast Group require aBidManagerto join our team. As a business we operate over several sectors including residential, retail, health commercial with both private and public sector clients.Procast Group is a dynamic, award-winning principal contractor renowned for delivering service excellence and outstanding commercial performance to both public and private sectors, while responding to the changing needs of clients and the markets in which they are active.Operating across Scotland, the Group comprises Procast Building Contractors, Procast Property Services, Procast Energy Services, Procast Consultancy and all elements of our highly successful business are able to deploy unmatched expertise to deliver internal and external building refurbishments, new-build projects and extensions, multi-trade works and energy efficiency services.We serve residential and public sector markets across Scotland, where we have established over the years an impressive customer base developed through our approach of Partnerships built on trust.Procast actively promote a positive working environment where teamwork, transparency and customer service are our key principles. PositionBidManagerReporting toCommercialManagerLocationHamiltonSalaryNegotiableDependent on Experience About the RoleWorking on every element of thebid-writing process, we require someone with the ability to produce and compile bespoke high quality PQQ and tender submissions that meet customers needs and aspirations and who can demonstrate strong project management abilities.The successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate strong creative writing and verbal presentation skills. They should have experience of producing submissions that sell the business, especially to the social housing and local authorities market. Key to their capability will be the ability to develop benefits-based proposals that articulate true customer value.Key Duties and Responsibilities Monitor tender portals and flag new tender opportunities Download and analyse documentation to submit to management Responsible for submissions, PQQs and tenders. Responsibilities include project management of thebidprocess, agreeing strategy with the sector teams, ensuring adequate resources are allocated to complete the submission managing those resources throughout the process, ensuring all content is in place, and ensuring the quality of the final output Creation of high-quality PQQ andbiddocuments, including writing and editing content (text and graphics) and document production Management ofbiddocument production, including championing best practice in planning and organisation and ensuring compliance with business development process, style and brand guidance Co-ordination ofbidinformation in conjunction with the commercial team Develop and maintain libraries of tender documents Contribution to the development and implementation of theBidImprovement Plan Building and developing relationships with the operational teams Responsible for client presentations, preparing for interviews and organising site visits as required Candidate RequirementsTheBidWriterManageris tasked with increasing our opportunities on a national scale for all divisions in the group. Due to level of demand and a desire to grow the business Procast require an ambitious and passionate individual that is driven to meet targets and work as part of an ever-growing teamSkills Minimum three years experience in a similar role Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear reports to convey complex information in a straightforward way to a diverse range of people Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop relationships Resilience, determination, and the ability to work well under pressure A practical, logical, and methodical approach to work Attention to detail Knowledge of construction/maintenance/building environment and relevant sectors Management and team-working skills Computer literacy including Microsoft Office programs essential. Adobe Creative Suite experience strongly desirable Bid management, including document editing/production and process management Co-ordination of diverse teams Computer literacy Experience of construction/maintenance/building environment and relevant sectors Experience and ability to interact and work with the senior management team Attention to detail with regard to corporate layout and presentation style Ability to encompass change whilst ensuring delivery of high-quality work and delivery to time parameters Diplomatic yet self-assertive Demonstrable communication and motivational skills Proactive and self-motivated Enthusiastic and energetic Conscientious Education Degree level in relevant subject or equivalent and / or extensive experience in similar role Job TypesPermanent, Full-timeScheduleMonday to Friday JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
About usDue to recent success across all divisions of the business, Procast Group require aBidManagerto join our team. As a business we operate over several sectors including residential, retail, health commercial with both private and public sector clients.Procast Group is a dynamic, award-winning principal contractor renowned for delivering service excellence and outstanding commercial performance to both public and private sectors, while responding to the changing needs of clients and the markets in which they are active.Operating across Scotland, the Group comprises Procast Building Contractors, Procast Property Services, Procast Energy Services, Procast Consultancy and all elements of our highly successful business are able to deploy unmatched expertise to deliver internal and external building refurbishments, new-build projects and extensions, multi-trade works and energy efficiency services.We serve residential and public sector markets across Scotland, where we have established over the years an impressive customer base developed through our approach of Partnerships built on trust.Procast actively promote a positive working environment where teamwork, transparency and customer service are our key principles. PositionBidManagerReporting toCommercialManagerLocationHamiltonSalaryNegotiableDependent on Experience About the RoleWorking on every element of thebid-writing process, we require someone with the ability to produce and compile bespoke high quality PQQ and tender submissions that meet customers needs and aspirations and who can demonstrate strong project management abilities.The successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate strong creative writing and verbal presentation skills. They should have experience of producing submissions that sell the business, especially to the social housing and local authorities market. Key to their capability will be the ability to develop benefits-based proposals that articulate true customer value.Key Duties and Responsibilities Monitor tender portals and flag new tender opportunities Download and analyse documentation to submit to management Responsible for submissions, PQQs and tenders. Responsibilities include project management of thebidprocess, agreeing strategy with the sector teams, ensuring adequate resources are allocated to complete the submission managing those resources throughout the process, ensuring all content is in place, and ensuring the quality of the final output Creation of high-quality PQQ andbiddocuments, including writing and editing content (text and graphics) and document production Management ofbiddocument production, including championing best practice in planning and organisation and ensuring compliance with business development process, style and brand guidance Co-ordination ofbidinformation in conjunction with the commercial team Develop and maintain libraries of tender documents Contribution to the development and implementation of theBidImprovement Plan Building and developing relationships with the operational teams Responsible for client presentations, preparing for interviews and organising site visits as required Candidate RequirementsTheBidWriterManageris tasked with increasing our opportunities on a national scale for all divisions in the group. Due to level of demand and a desire to grow the business Procast require an ambitious and passionate individual that is driven to meet targets and work as part of an ever-growing teamSkills Minimum three years experience in a similar role Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear reports to convey complex information in a straightforward way to a diverse range of people Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop relationships Resilience, determination, and the ability to work well under pressure A practical, logical, and methodical approach to work Attention to detail Knowledge of construction/maintenance/building environment and relevant sectors Management and team-working skills Computer literacy including Microsoft Office programs essential. Adobe Creative Suite experience strongly desirable Bid management, including document editing/production and process management Co-ordination of diverse teams Computer literacy Experience of construction/maintenance/building environment and relevant sectors Experience and ability to interact and work with the senior management team Attention to detail with regard to corporate layout and presentation style Ability to encompass change whilst ensuring delivery of high-quality work and delivery to time parameters Diplomatic yet self-assertive Demonstrable communication and motivational skills Proactive and self-motivated Enthusiastic and energetic Conscientious Education Degree level in relevant subject or equivalent and / or extensive experience in similar role Job TypesPermanent, Full-timeScheduleMonday to Friday JBRP1_UKTJ
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Norwich, Norfolk
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Norfolk Start Date: Jan 2026 onwards Salary: c£40k basic plus competitive package Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a leading main contractor operating in the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, MOD and Leisure sectors, who are seeking to recruit an experienced and effective Bid Writer to complement their Pre Construction team. Our client has a strong order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and add further resource in their pre-construction team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth £5m-£15m in single value. Previous experience in working in pre-construction teams is essential along with a clear track record of producing Bids. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer. Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 14, 2025
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Norfolk Start Date: Jan 2026 onwards Salary: c£40k basic plus competitive package Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a leading main contractor operating in the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, MOD and Leisure sectors, who are seeking to recruit an experienced and effective Bid Writer to complement their Pre Construction team. Our client has a strong order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and add further resource in their pre-construction team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth £5m-£15m in single value. Previous experience in working in pre-construction teams is essential along with a clear track record of producing Bids. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer. Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business. JBRP1_UKTJ
Pre-Construction Manager - Harlow Salary: Up to £95,000 + Package Sector: New Build & Refurbishment Employer: Tier 2 Main Contractor A well-established Tier 2 main contractor with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead its pre-construction function from the Harlow office. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a growing department and work closely with the Pre-Construction Director on a wide range of new build and refurbishment schemes. The Role As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all early-stage project activity, ensuring high-quality submissions and smooth handover to delivery teams. Key duties include: Leading and managing a small team of estimators, bid writers, and support staff Coordinating the preparation of tenders, bids, and pre-construction documentation Ensuring robust cost planning, value engineering, and risk management Managing design development during pre-construction phases Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to support winning strategies Ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and bid governance procedures are met Providing clear reporting to the Pre-Construction Director Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships About You Proven experience in a pre-construction, estimating, or bid management role within a main contracting environment Strong understanding of new build and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors Experience managing and developing teams Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence decision-making Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines Collaborative, proactive, and detail-focused What's on Offer Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience Comprehensive package, including car allowance and benefits Leadership role with genuine influence and visibility within the business Opportunity to shape and develop the pre-construction function Work on a wide mix of interesting and high-profile projects Long-term career prospects in a stable and reputable contractor JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Pre-Construction Manager - Harlow Salary: Up to £95,000 + Package Sector: New Build & Refurbishment Employer: Tier 2 Main Contractor A well-established Tier 2 main contractor with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead its pre-construction function from the Harlow office. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a growing department and work closely with the Pre-Construction Director on a wide range of new build and refurbishment schemes. The Role As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all early-stage project activity, ensuring high-quality submissions and smooth handover to delivery teams. Key duties include: Leading and managing a small team of estimators, bid writers, and support staff Coordinating the preparation of tenders, bids, and pre-construction documentation Ensuring robust cost planning, value engineering, and risk management Managing design development during pre-construction phases Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to support winning strategies Ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and bid governance procedures are met Providing clear reporting to the Pre-Construction Director Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships About You Proven experience in a pre-construction, estimating, or bid management role within a main contracting environment Strong understanding of new build and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors Experience managing and developing teams Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence decision-making Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines Collaborative, proactive, and detail-focused What's on Offer Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience Comprehensive package, including car allowance and benefits Leadership role with genuine influence and visibility within the business Opportunity to shape and develop the pre-construction function Work on a wide mix of interesting and high-profile projects Long-term career prospects in a stable and reputable contractor JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Maintenance Sales Manager Utilities Our client is a major energy and utilities contractor delivering private networks schemes nationwide. They have an extensive portfolio of electrical maintenance contracts in the Utilities sector and are looking to grow that client base in 2026. The successful applicant will take responsibility for developing new relationships with national maintenance clients . You will build and deliver sales strategies supported by a team of bid writers and account managers. To apply for one of this role you must meet the following criteria: An experienced senior sales professional with extensive electrical utilities experience Maintenance sales experience is essential Demonstrable track record of sales delivery Innovative approach to market identification and lead generation Existing client contacts within private networks Natural influencer and relationship builder Happy travelling as client needs dictate Full driving license Fully eligible to work in the UK The client base for this role is national but ideally we are looking for someone based in Yorkshire. Salary is at the £60-70k mark and commission / bonus structure will be discussed at interview. For more information, please submit your CV by clicking below. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Senior Maintenance Sales Manager Utilities Our client is a major energy and utilities contractor delivering private networks schemes nationwide. They have an extensive portfolio of electrical maintenance contracts in the Utilities sector and are looking to grow that client base in 2026. The successful applicant will take responsibility for developing new relationships with national maintenance clients . You will build and deliver sales strategies supported by a team of bid writers and account managers. To apply for one of this role you must meet the following criteria: An experienced senior sales professional with extensive electrical utilities experience Maintenance sales experience is essential Demonstrable track record of sales delivery Innovative approach to market identification and lead generation Existing client contacts within private networks Natural influencer and relationship builder Happy travelling as client needs dictate Full driving license Fully eligible to work in the UK The client base for this role is national but ideally we are looking for someone based in Yorkshire. Salary is at the £60-70k mark and commission / bonus structure will be discussed at interview. For more information, please submit your CV by clicking below. JBRP1_UKTJ
AKT II's outstanding reputation, stability and growth has attracted the very best professionals with the promise of progressing and expanding their careers. This continued growth has led to the expansion of the company into key geographies across the globe: Cambridge, Manchester and Bristol in the UK, as well as Copenhagen and Toronto internationally. The position AKT II are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to take the lead in developing and delivering high-quality, commercially compelling proposals that help us secure new business. In this role, you'll coordinate cross-functional teams, shape bid strategy, manage budgets, and ensure every submission is compliant, competitive, and aligned with our organisational goals. As the central hub of the bid process, you'll drive opportunities from initial identification through to final presentation and post-bid review. You'll manage timelines, mitigate risks, maintain profitability, and produce clear, persuasive bid documents that stand out. The role and responsibilities Proactively monitoring tender portals, industry networks, and market intelligence sources to identify relevant opportunities. Working closely with senior leadership to shape bid strategy, establish win themes, define key differentiators (USPs), and support pricing decisions. Assembling and guiding cross-functional bid teams, including writers, technical specialists, and commercial or sales contributors. Leading the creation of high-quality, compliant, and persuasive proposal documents that reflect client requirements and organisational strengths. Overseeing timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. Ensuring full alignment with client specifications, legal standards, and internal governance while identifying and mitigating risks. Acting as the central point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external partners, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the bid process. Facilitating debriefs, capturing lessons learned, and integrating insights to strengthen future bids. Collecting and analysing bid-related data-such as submission volumes, win rates, and market trends-to inform strategic decision-making. Required skills Robust project and programme management capabilities. Exceptional communication and influencing skills. Meticulous attention to detail with a strong compliance focus. Advanced analytical skills and strategic thinking. Ability to perform effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines. Strong commercial awareness and sound business judgment. Qualifications and experience Solid understanding of the design-led built environment, gained through hands on industry experience. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering bids, tenders, and proposals within structural engineering, civil engineering, or the wider construction sector. Strong track record overseeing the full tender lifecycle - from early opportunity assessment through submission, presentation, and post bid evaluation. What's in it for you The chance to work for an innovative, design led studio based in London with the opportunity to work on some of the very best projects across Scandinavia, Europe and internationally, plus a friendly, dedicated team and a competitive salary. You'll receive AKT II's many employee benefits including a vibrant social calendar, with many company funded events and activities. Apply for this position today. Fill in the form and submit your CV below and take the next step in your career with AKT II. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. AKT II is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
AKT II's outstanding reputation, stability and growth has attracted the very best professionals with the promise of progressing and expanding their careers. This continued growth has led to the expansion of the company into key geographies across the globe: Cambridge, Manchester and Bristol in the UK, as well as Copenhagen and Toronto internationally. The position AKT II are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to take the lead in developing and delivering high-quality, commercially compelling proposals that help us secure new business. In this role, you'll coordinate cross-functional teams, shape bid strategy, manage budgets, and ensure every submission is compliant, competitive, and aligned with our organisational goals. As the central hub of the bid process, you'll drive opportunities from initial identification through to final presentation and post-bid review. You'll manage timelines, mitigate risks, maintain profitability, and produce clear, persuasive bid documents that stand out. The role and responsibilities Proactively monitoring tender portals, industry networks, and market intelligence sources to identify relevant opportunities. Working closely with senior leadership to shape bid strategy, establish win themes, define key differentiators (USPs), and support pricing decisions. Assembling and guiding cross-functional bid teams, including writers, technical specialists, and commercial or sales contributors. Leading the creation of high-quality, compliant, and persuasive proposal documents that reflect client requirements and organisational strengths. Overseeing timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. Ensuring full alignment with client specifications, legal standards, and internal governance while identifying and mitigating risks. Acting as the central point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external partners, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the bid process. Facilitating debriefs, capturing lessons learned, and integrating insights to strengthen future bids. Collecting and analysing bid-related data-such as submission volumes, win rates, and market trends-to inform strategic decision-making. Required skills Robust project and programme management capabilities. Exceptional communication and influencing skills. Meticulous attention to detail with a strong compliance focus. Advanced analytical skills and strategic thinking. Ability to perform effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines. Strong commercial awareness and sound business judgment. Qualifications and experience Solid understanding of the design-led built environment, gained through hands on industry experience. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering bids, tenders, and proposals within structural engineering, civil engineering, or the wider construction sector. Strong track record overseeing the full tender lifecycle - from early opportunity assessment through submission, presentation, and post bid evaluation. What's in it for you The chance to work for an innovative, design led studio based in London with the opportunity to work on some of the very best projects across Scandinavia, Europe and internationally, plus a friendly, dedicated team and a competitive salary. You'll receive AKT II's many employee benefits including a vibrant social calendar, with many company funded events and activities. Apply for this position today. Fill in the form and submit your CV below and take the next step in your career with AKT II. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. AKT II is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities.
Bid Writer Location:Staffordshire (hybrid) Pay Rate: Up to £34,000 per annum + annual company performance bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time Start Date: ASAP Priority Recruitment are excited to be working with an established and growing company to find a proactive and detail-focused Bid Writer to join their growing Sales team. This is a brilliant opportunity to become a key part of the companys
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer Location:Staffordshire (hybrid) Pay Rate: Up to £34,000 per annum + annual company performance bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time Start Date: ASAP Priority Recruitment are excited to be working with an established and growing company to find a proactive and detail-focused Bid Writer to join their growing Sales team. This is a brilliant opportunity to become a key part of the companys
Blackstone and Sixth Street Agree Sale of Kensington Mortgages to Barclays Bank UK PLC London, 24 June 2022 - Kensington Mortgages ("Kensington"), the fast-growing specialist mortgage lender, has today announced a sale to Barclays Bank UK PLC ("Barclays"). The sale follows an auction process that attracted interest from a broad range of bidders. Barclays is acquiring the business from funds affiliated with Blackstone Tactical Opportunities ("Blackstone") and Sixth Street, which have jointly owned the business since 2015 during which time Kensington enjoyed an extended period of accelerated growth. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval. Barclays is acquiring Kensington Mortgage Company Limited ("KMC"), Kensington Mortgage Services Limited ("KMS") and a portfolio of UK mortgages consisting primarily of mortgages originated by KMC from October 2021 to completion of the acquisition of KMC and KMS (the "KMC Mortgage Portfolio"). The acquisition will allow Barclays to become one of the few major banks with a specialist mortgage offering. Kensington is a leading UK specialist residential mortgage lender focused on providing mortgages via brokers to borrowers with complex incomes. Using a combination of proprietary technology, data analytics and human insight to design products and make lending decisions, Kensington focuses on the self-employed and those with multiple or variable incomes - segments that major banks often do not serve. The business, which is based in Maidenhead and has around 600 employees, services approximately £8.7 billion of third party and related party mortgages in addition to the KMC Mortgage Portfolio. Kensington originated approximately £1.9 billion of mortgages in the year ended 31 March 2022. Under the joint ownership of Blackstone and Sixth Street, Kensington has improved its processes and expanded its product offerings to become a market leader in specialist lending to the self-employed, first-time buyers, older borrowers and customers with multiple sources of income. The business is also recognised in the industry for having a market-leading data and technology platform, which has facilitated profitable growth, product innovation and exceptional loan underwriting performance. The business has grown its originations at a compound annual growth rate of 22% since the acquisition in 2015. Mark Arnold, CEO of Kensington Mortgages, commented: "This sale marks the start of an exciting new chapter of growth for Kensington. We have a strong track-record in the specialist mortgage space, using our proprietary data and tech platform to innovate and grow, and now is a natural point to bring in a partner who can help us to drive our next expansion phase. As a major UK bank with a broad reach and offering, Barclays is well-placed to support this expansion, whilst the sale will allow it to differentiate itself as a 'mainstream specialist' and offer a range of mortgage solutions not available from competitors." Matt Hammerstein, CEO of Barclays Bank UK PLC, commented: "The transaction reinforces our commitment to the UK residential mortgage market and presents an exciting opportunity to broaden our product range and capabilities. KMC is a best-in-class specialist mortgage lender with an established track record in the UK market, strong broker and customer relationships and data analytics capabilities. KMC complements our existing UK mortgage business and broker relationships through the addition of a specialist prime mortgage originator and the utilisation of our strong UK funding base. We look forward to KMC management and employees becoming part of the Barclays group." Qasim Abbas, Senior Managing Director, Blackstone Tactical Opportunities, said: "Kensington's success in becoming one of the UK's leading specialist mortgage lenders is testament to the quality of its products, the resilience of its business model and the excellence of its management team. In particular, their collective strength in harnessing the power of data science and analytics, prudent risk management and always providing their customers with the right product to suit their individual needs has been key to the evolution of their business. We wish them the very best as they enter an exciting new chapter." Michael Muscolino, Partner at Sixth Street, said: "We want to thank management and the entire Kensington team for their dedication and collaboration over the past decade in building the platform into a market leader. Our focus on using data to drive consistent innovation allowed us to create new products and broaden mortgage access while maintaining exceptional underwriting standards. We wish the company great continued success with its new partners at Barclays." About Kensington Mortgages Kensington Mortgages was founded in 1995. The business was acquired by Blackstone and Sixth Street Partners in 2015, initiating a period of considerable growth and investment. The mortgage servicing business Acenden was also acquired by the same investors and merged with Kensington, creating a broader UK mortgage business. Since the acquisition, Kensington has more than tripled the number of underwriters it employs and almost quadrupled its origination volumes. Kensington lent £1.9bn in new mortgages for the year ended 31st March 2022. A clear period of growth was initiated with the arrival of Mark Arnold as CEO in April 2018. Under the guidance of the leadership team, Kensington consolidated a number of disparate legacy brands under a revitalised Kensington identity, launched a best-in-class, data and analytics driven and highly scalable integrated technology platform, sharpened its market positioning and launched a range of new and innovative products. These include mortgages for public sector workers, products that reward borrowers for improving the environmental credentials of their home and a new fixed for term mortgage where monthly payments remain fixed for the entire term of the loan. The business is now clearly established as a leading specialist mortgage lender, with a strong market position as a lender to the self-employed, younger borrowers, older borrowers and those with more complex personal circumstances. The brand has a 4.4-star consumer rating on Trustpilot. The business has very strong credit controls. Only 19 loans issued by Kensington Mortgages since 2010 have gone into default, with the total cumulative losses on those loans amounting to just £252,000. About Barclays Group Barclays PLC is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customer and client, and geography. Its businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. For further information about Barclays, please visit its website home.barclays . About Blackstone Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $915 billion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused onprivate equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis.Further information is available at . onLinkedIn ,Twitter , andInstagram . About Sixth Street Sixth Street is a global investment firm with over $60 billion in assets under management and committed capital. The firm uses its long-term flexible capital, data-enabled capabilities, and One Team culture to develop themes and offer solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Sixth Street's London-based presence was formed in 2011 to invest in businesses and assets across Europe. Founded in 2009, Sixth Street has more than 400 team members including over 180 investment professionals around the world. For more information, visit or follow Sixth Street on LinkedIn . Notes to Editors For Kensington Mortgages: Jess Gill (0) (0) For Barclays: Oliver Palca (0) For Blackstone: (0) Louis Clark (0) For Sixth Street: Patrick Clifford +1 Gavin Davis (0)
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Blackstone and Sixth Street Agree Sale of Kensington Mortgages to Barclays Bank UK PLC London, 24 June 2022 - Kensington Mortgages ("Kensington"), the fast-growing specialist mortgage lender, has today announced a sale to Barclays Bank UK PLC ("Barclays"). The sale follows an auction process that attracted interest from a broad range of bidders. Barclays is acquiring the business from funds affiliated with Blackstone Tactical Opportunities ("Blackstone") and Sixth Street, which have jointly owned the business since 2015 during which time Kensington enjoyed an extended period of accelerated growth. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval. Barclays is acquiring Kensington Mortgage Company Limited ("KMC"), Kensington Mortgage Services Limited ("KMS") and a portfolio of UK mortgages consisting primarily of mortgages originated by KMC from October 2021 to completion of the acquisition of KMC and KMS (the "KMC Mortgage Portfolio"). The acquisition will allow Barclays to become one of the few major banks with a specialist mortgage offering. Kensington is a leading UK specialist residential mortgage lender focused on providing mortgages via brokers to borrowers with complex incomes. Using a combination of proprietary technology, data analytics and human insight to design products and make lending decisions, Kensington focuses on the self-employed and those with multiple or variable incomes - segments that major banks often do not serve. The business, which is based in Maidenhead and has around 600 employees, services approximately £8.7 billion of third party and related party mortgages in addition to the KMC Mortgage Portfolio. Kensington originated approximately £1.9 billion of mortgages in the year ended 31 March 2022. Under the joint ownership of Blackstone and Sixth Street, Kensington has improved its processes and expanded its product offerings to become a market leader in specialist lending to the self-employed, first-time buyers, older borrowers and customers with multiple sources of income. The business is also recognised in the industry for having a market-leading data and technology platform, which has facilitated profitable growth, product innovation and exceptional loan underwriting performance. The business has grown its originations at a compound annual growth rate of 22% since the acquisition in 2015. Mark Arnold, CEO of Kensington Mortgages, commented: "This sale marks the start of an exciting new chapter of growth for Kensington. We have a strong track-record in the specialist mortgage space, using our proprietary data and tech platform to innovate and grow, and now is a natural point to bring in a partner who can help us to drive our next expansion phase. As a major UK bank with a broad reach and offering, Barclays is well-placed to support this expansion, whilst the sale will allow it to differentiate itself as a 'mainstream specialist' and offer a range of mortgage solutions not available from competitors." Matt Hammerstein, CEO of Barclays Bank UK PLC, commented: "The transaction reinforces our commitment to the UK residential mortgage market and presents an exciting opportunity to broaden our product range and capabilities. KMC is a best-in-class specialist mortgage lender with an established track record in the UK market, strong broker and customer relationships and data analytics capabilities. KMC complements our existing UK mortgage business and broker relationships through the addition of a specialist prime mortgage originator and the utilisation of our strong UK funding base. We look forward to KMC management and employees becoming part of the Barclays group." Qasim Abbas, Senior Managing Director, Blackstone Tactical Opportunities, said: "Kensington's success in becoming one of the UK's leading specialist mortgage lenders is testament to the quality of its products, the resilience of its business model and the excellence of its management team. In particular, their collective strength in harnessing the power of data science and analytics, prudent risk management and always providing their customers with the right product to suit their individual needs has been key to the evolution of their business. We wish them the very best as they enter an exciting new chapter." Michael Muscolino, Partner at Sixth Street, said: "We want to thank management and the entire Kensington team for their dedication and collaboration over the past decade in building the platform into a market leader. Our focus on using data to drive consistent innovation allowed us to create new products and broaden mortgage access while maintaining exceptional underwriting standards. We wish the company great continued success with its new partners at Barclays." About Kensington Mortgages Kensington Mortgages was founded in 1995. The business was acquired by Blackstone and Sixth Street Partners in 2015, initiating a period of considerable growth and investment. The mortgage servicing business Acenden was also acquired by the same investors and merged with Kensington, creating a broader UK mortgage business. Since the acquisition, Kensington has more than tripled the number of underwriters it employs and almost quadrupled its origination volumes. Kensington lent £1.9bn in new mortgages for the year ended 31st March 2022. A clear period of growth was initiated with the arrival of Mark Arnold as CEO in April 2018. Under the guidance of the leadership team, Kensington consolidated a number of disparate legacy brands under a revitalised Kensington identity, launched a best-in-class, data and analytics driven and highly scalable integrated technology platform, sharpened its market positioning and launched a range of new and innovative products. These include mortgages for public sector workers, products that reward borrowers for improving the environmental credentials of their home and a new fixed for term mortgage where monthly payments remain fixed for the entire term of the loan. The business is now clearly established as a leading specialist mortgage lender, with a strong market position as a lender to the self-employed, younger borrowers, older borrowers and those with more complex personal circumstances. The brand has a 4.4-star consumer rating on Trustpilot. The business has very strong credit controls. Only 19 loans issued by Kensington Mortgages since 2010 have gone into default, with the total cumulative losses on those loans amounting to just £252,000. About Barclays Group Barclays PLC is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customer and client, and geography. Its businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. For further information about Barclays, please visit its website home.barclays . About Blackstone Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $915 billion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused onprivate equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis.Further information is available at . onLinkedIn ,Twitter , andInstagram . About Sixth Street Sixth Street is a global investment firm with over $60 billion in assets under management and committed capital. The firm uses its long-term flexible capital, data-enabled capabilities, and One Team culture to develop themes and offer solutions to companies across all stages of growth. Sixth Street's London-based presence was formed in 2011 to invest in businesses and assets across Europe. Founded in 2009, Sixth Street has more than 400 team members including over 180 investment professionals around the world. For more information, visit or follow Sixth Street on LinkedIn . Notes to Editors For Kensington Mortgages: Jess Gill (0) (0) For Barclays: Oliver Palca (0) For Blackstone: (0) Louis Clark (0) For Sixth Street: Patrick Clifford +1 Gavin Davis (0)
