Can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane

Full‑time permanent role

Hybrid work environment

About The Role

In this newly created position, you will play a key part in supporting the firm’s growth. This is a great opportunity for an individual to make an immediate impact on firm-wide efficiencies, while growing their bid management skills within a supportive team of proposals, business development and sales specialists.

You will work directly with people from all levels of the firm including Partners, and all service and industry teams. The role encompasses all aspects of a bids and proposals function – from qualifying appropriate opportunities and end‑to‑end management of bids, to ensuring the right tools and resources are available for the firm.

Key Responsibilities

- Working closely with Partners to prepare and project manage proposals, tenders, and presentations.
- Providing strategic input into tender responses, including the development of pricing strategies and value propositions.
- Running robust go/no‑go discussions prior to client pursuits.
- Facilitating tender debriefs with bid teams and, when appropriate, clients.
- Enhancing bid management processes, technology, templates, content and credentials through Salesforce and a brand management platform.

Skills and Experience

- End‑to‑end bid management experience is essential.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience, preferably within professional services or a B2B workplace. Experience in BD, communications and/or marketing will be taken into consideration. As a team, we believe in applying transferrable skills for long‑term career development.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.




- Strong writer with the ability to translate technical services and solutions into plain language.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

Reach Your Remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable Perks

- 9‑day fortnight with no salary reduction
- Funded professional membership and study assistance
- Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave and paid secondary carers’ leave
- Fully funded gym membership and health insurance discounts

EEO Statement

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team at for any adaptations or additional support.

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📌 Bids & Proposals Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Grant Thornton Australia
📍 Melbourne