Assistant Bid Manager

Assistant Bid Manager

At SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, we're helping businesses and local authorities reduce waste, protect natural resources and support a more sustainable future. We're looking for an ambitious Assistant Bid Manager to join our Municipal Development team and play a key role in helping secure major recycling, waste management and resource recovery contracts across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional who wants to develop expertise in bid management, public sector procurement and sustainability while working alongside experienced industry professionals.

Salary: £32,937 - £38,636

Benefits: 10% annual bonus, 3x life assurance, 5% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, company sick pay and a range of additional benefits.

Location: Bristol, Maidenhead or Darwen (hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office)

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Municipal Development, you'll support the delivery of high-quality bid submissions for local authority contracts across the recycling, waste management and environmental services sector.

Working closely with Senior Bid Managers and multidisciplinary teams, you'll help coordinate tender activities, develop bid content and contribute to technical and commercial proposals that support SUEZ's growth and sustainability ambitions.

This role offers genuine responsibility, mentorship and the opportunity to develop a long-term career within one of the UK's leading recycling and resource recovery organisations.

What will I be doing?

• Support the preparation and delivery of tender submissions from pre-qualification through to contract award and mobilisation.
• Coordinate information and contributions from internal teams and external partners to ensure bids are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist in developing compelling technical and commercial responses that meet customer requirements.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and public sector customers throughout the bidding process.
• Contribute to business development projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the Municipal Development team.

What are the requirements?

• Graduate-level qualification, or equivalent, with at least one year's work experience.
• Strong written communication, organisation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience of working in a private sector bidding environment is desirable but not essential.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Who we are

At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development because when you thrive, we all succeed. ​ 

At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions. ​ 

At SUEZ, your work truly matters driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future. ​