Strategic Bids Architect

Strategic Bids Architect

Location: Hybrid working, need to be able to get to offices in Midlands or Hampshire at least once a week)Package: £80,000–£90,000 + company car (EV scheme) + bonus

Shape the Future of Digital Transformation in Public Services & Defence

Delighted to be partnering with a leading UK-headquartered organisation to find a Strategic Bids Architect—a pivotal role driving the design of AI-powered, data-driven, and cloud-native solutions for high-value, large-scale bids.

This is your opportunity to influence multi-million-pound deals, define digital and AI strategy, and act as the technical authority behind proposals that transform critical services.

You’ll work at the heart of strategic growth, collaborating with CxO-level stakeholders, bid teams, and delivery leaders to craft architectures that balance innovation, compliance, and commercial success.

What You’ll Do

• Lead solution design for major bids and RFPs, shaping early deal strategy.
• Define architectures that leverage AI, automation, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Ensure solutions are visionary yet practical, aligning with delivery feasibility and governance.
• Influence decisions that directly impact competitiveness and long-term success.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in complex digital transformation or cloud architecture.
• Strong expertise in AI, data, and automation technologies.
• A track record of leading solution design for strategic bids or pre-sales engagements.
• Knowledge of enterprise frameworks (TOGAF, ITIL) and AI governance.
• Commercial acumen—connecting technology choices to business outcomes.

Due to the nature of this role, UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility is essential.

Ready to take the lead on game-changing bids Apply now and help shape the next generation of public service and defence solutions.