Account Director

Account Director/Bid Manager (Full time or 6 month contract) Introduction Our client is an exciting North West–based and international SaaS scale-up. They are experiencing rapid growth with strong private investment and are looking for a talented Account Director/Bid Manager which could be either a 6month contract or permanent role. The Role The position is for an experienced Account Director/Leader/Bid Manager. The role is critical in supporting our client’s position as an incumbent supplier to a central government department—an account vital to the company’s existing ARR revenue. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring retention of this client, building a long-term strategy to expand the account, and identifying further opportunities within central government. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute account strategy for major central government accounts Protect and grow incumbent government account relationships Navigate procurement frameworks and government buying processes Lead on complex SaaS/IT services bids and proposals Report directly into the CSO and CEO, collaborating with senior leadership Support the company’s growth trajectory toward exit in 3–5 years Candidate Profile Strong track record of selling SaaS or IT services into central government In-depth knowledge of frameworks, procurement, and government sales cycles Experience managing major, complex bids and long sales cycles SC cleared (or able to obtain clearance) North West based, able to commute daily to Cheshire office Strategic thinker with hands-on ability to execute and deliver results Package & Contract Permanent - £80-100k base bonus TBC Contract TBC but will be competitive

Location: North West, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2025