Package Description Competitive salaryCorporate benefits packageA chance to make a positive impact in a company committed to diversity and inclusion.Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Further information available from the Serco Europe Recruitment Team

Job Introduction

In Europe, we partner closely with international organizations and public sector bodies to deliver tailored services across Defence, Immigration, Space, and IT Services. We support prestigious clients such as the European Space Agency (ESA), CERN, and European Institutions.

We’re currently looking for a Senior Commercial Bid Analyst to join our Brussels office and play a key role in analysing the cost of services for bids. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects across Europe and contribute to Serco’s growth by developing financial models that shape our business decisions and client solutions.

Main Responsibilities

As a Senior Commercial Bid Analyst, you will:

Customer Engagement

Analyse customer requirements (including draft contracts and technical specifications) and identify gaps or risks in the financial model.Prepare and reconcile customer financial returns to Serco’s internal financial model.Assist with customer clarification questions and engage directly with customers to present financial solutions and business cases.

Financial Modelling & Analysis

Lead financial modelling for assigned bids, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards (including IFRS).Analyse customer requirements and identify gaps or misalignments in costed solutions.Prepare comprehensive commercial analyses, including risk assessments, cost-benefit analyses, and scenario modelling.Support internal governance processes by presenting clear, data-driven recommendations to decision-making forums.Perform specific deal analyses, such as win/loss assessments, Monte Carlo simulations, and benchmark reviews.

Process Improvement & Mentorship

Support the continuous development of Serco’s commercial bidding policies and processes.Mentor and provide training to junior members of the Commercial bidding team and the wider Serco community.Assist in developing innovative data manipulation and modelling capabilities for new business propositions. Successful Candidate

Required Qualifications & Skills

Relevant financial degree or professional financial qualification (CIMA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent).Proven experience in financial modelling and commercial analysis, preferably in a bidding environment.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial reporting requirements.Knowledge of European public sector procurement processes is a strong advantage.Understanding of European labour cost structures (salaries, pensions, social security costs, indexation).Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Strong integrity and commitment to high ethical standards.Fluency in English (additional fluency in French, Dutch, German, or Italian is a plus).Flexibility to travel as needed. About the Company

 

About Serco Group

Serco is a leading provider of public services. Our customers are governments or others operating in the public sector. We gain scale, expertise and diversification by operating internationally across five sectors and four geographies: Defence, Space, Justice & Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services, delivered in UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. More information can be found at Serco | Europe.

Why Should You Join Serco ?

Contribute to innovative projects in the public services sector, and making a difference.Your contributions are valued and recognized, with opportunities for professional/personal growth.Be part of a company passionate about diversity and inclusionEnjoy a friendly and professional environment that respects your work-life balance.

We are diverse and inclusive organisation

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.

We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.

In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team

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