- Posted on Jun 17, 2025
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Job Title: Bid Administrator
Reference: AJ0956
Company: Wicksteed Leisure Ltd
Reports to: Bid Team Leader
Based in: Kettering/Hybrid
Contact email: [email protected]
Location: Kettering/Hybrid
Reports to: Bid Team Leader
Type: Full-time
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Bid Administrator to support the bid and tender process across two dynamic companies — Russell Play and Wicksteed Leisure. You will be instrumental in managing pre-tender and post-award PQQs, maintaining bid documentation, and ensuring smooth coordination across teams to help secure new business opportunities. You will play a key role in supporting growth through effective bid management, working in a collaborative environment that values your contribution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and complete pre-tender and post-award Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) for both companies.
- Organise, manage, and maintain bid and tender files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and compliant.
- Liaise with internal teams across Russell Play and Wicksteed Leisure to gather required information and documentation.
- Support the bid team in preparing and submitting timely, accurate, and professional bid responses.
- Maintain a clear and efficient filing system for all tender and contract documentation.
- Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of all bid-related paperwork.
- Assist in post-award contract documentation and compliance monitoring.
- Support continuous improvement of bid processes and templates.
Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in a bid administration or similar role, ideally in construction, leisure, or manufacturing sectors.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable working with document management systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Experience working across multiple companies or departments is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Ongoing training and development
- Discounts and offers through our HRM system
- Hybrid working
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to [email protected]
Wicksteed Leisure Ltd and Russell Play are an equal opportunities employer. Applicants will not be excluded on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, marital status, disability, age, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
