Strategic Bids Architect

Strategic Bids Architect Location: Home based, with occasional travel to Birmingham office (Must be living in the UK) Package: £85,000-£110,000 based on experience + (company car/ car allowance) + 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.Ready to take the lead on game-changing bids? Apply now and help shape the next generation of public service and defence solutions. *Due to the nature of this role, UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility is essential. This means you must be a British Citizen, EU leave to remain or ILR for this position