BID Executive (all genders)
Commend UK, London
Full-Time
About the Role
We’re looking for a Bid Executive to join our high-performing commercial team and play a key role in turning major project opportunities into secured business. This is a role for someone who loves solving problems with precision, thrives on detail, and understands how to translate complex customer needs into smart, workable technical solutions.
You’ll be working closely with our Key Account Managers to build compelling, commercially aligned bids for larger projects, while also staying tightly connected to the Specification Development Manager to track and respond to upcoming specs.
This Role Suits Someone Who...
- Loves solving real-world problems with practical, structured thinking
- Enjoys working behind-the-scenes to win big, meaningful projects
- Wants to grow within a business where innovation and precision go hand-in-hand
Job
What You’ll Do
- Bid Development: Prepare accurate, tailored bid responses for major projects, collaborating with KAMs and other stakeholders.
- Solution Design: Understand client challenges and build technical solutions that fit their needs, their spec, and their budget.
- Spec Tracking: Work closely with the Specification Development Manager to monitor specifications released to tender and ensure alignment.
- Documentation & Accuracy: Own the details, ensuring technical content, pricing, compliance, and deadlines are spot-on.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the technical go-between for Sales, Engineering, and Commercial functions during the bid process.
- Process Improvement: Help shape and evolve our bid process as we scale.
Skills
What You Bring
- Strong technical background and comfortable reading and interpreting project specs, plans, and technical documentation.
- Previous experience in bids, tenders, or technical proposals (bonus if in construction, engineering, or manufacturing sectors).
- A commercially aware mindset with the ability to build value-driven solutions.
- High attention to detail, strong organisation, and calm under pressure.
- Collaborative and proactive attitude - happy working cross-functionally and under deadline pressure.
COMMEND UK
Why Commend?
At Commend we are passionate about innovating and perfecting communication and security technology. And we love to translate this passion into solutions that our customers can always trust to support and protect their business, their assets and even their lives. For 50 years their voice has been our inspiration in all we do, from research and production to installation and aftersales services. The result of which are high class solutions that are built around their requirements to serve their business and safety needs. All this is made possible by over 700 passionate people in our worldwide network of subsidiaries and partners.
What You’ll Get
- Competitive salary with performance bonus
- Modern, collaborative office environment
- Tech package: laptop, digital tools
- Company away days and team events
- The chance to be part of a forward-thinking, award-winning business shaping the future of our industry
BENEFITS
Further training opportunities
Whether professional or personal development, we are happy to support you!
Team spirit
Solidarity is very important to us. You'll notice that from the very first day!
Subsidy for Klimaticket
We promote sustainability and cover the majority of your climate ticket.
Health care
Our company physician and psychologist make sure you are well! In addition, we promote your health with free vaccination campaigns and health checks!
Public transport connection and parking
Whether you come to work by train, bus or car, there are numeous stops nearby and plenty of parking spaces available.
Charity Challenge
The opportunity to contribute for those in need. For every kilometre walked, run, hiked over three months, Commend donates to a good cause during the yearly #ChaCha. The grand finale is the business run in Salzburg.
Healthy snacks
Yoghurt and fresh fruit are available for free in the cafeteria.
Office shower and locker
Do you cycle to work or want to use your lunch break to get some exercise? No problem.
Food trucks
Indian, vegan or burgers? During the lunch break, there are regularly food trucks waiting for you.
Shopping vouchers
As a gift for your birthday and also for Christmas!
FedEx Day
Time to realise new ideas beyond the daily work routine.
Professional Equipment
Our laptops, screens and mobile phones are state of the art.
Legendary team events
Christmas party, BBQ party, and much more - there is always an occasion to celebrate
Extensive onboarding
A good start is important to us! General and specialised introductory training sessions make it easier for you to get started.
Sun terrace and winter garden
Despite our central location, you can spend your breaks in close contact with nature.
Work from home
Depending on the position/job, we offer the opportunity to work from home. To what extent depends on the department, position and individual agreement.
Flexible working hours
Our working hours are organised individually and flexibly depending on the position and department.
Corporate Benefits
Discounts from a large selection of brands and stores.
International Working Environment
Thanks to our global network of branches, we are always in contact with employees and customers from all over the world.
Various sports activities
Use discounted memberships to fitness clubs or offers such as yoga, running, ski day, etc.
Complimentary tea and coffee
Of course.
Premium for Employee Recruitment
As part of our referral programme, you as an employee can actively contribute to filling open positions and in return receive a bonus of €1,000.
Accident insurance
From the first day of employment, you are insured in the event of an accident, both at work and at home.
First-name basis
We promote a culture of open communication, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can engage and contribute equally.