Associate, Rfp

6 months ago


London, United Kingdom BlackRock Full time

Description

About this role

Business Unit Overview:
The iShares & Wealth RFP Team (“RFP”) plays a vital role in the effort to win new business for BlackRock’s iShares & Wealth businesses and liaises closely with colleagues across sales groups and portfolio management teams to deliver high quality, consistent and cohesive quantitative and qualitative information to prospective and existing clients. It also supports APAC and LATAM with their EMEA based pooled fund RFP’s and annual DDQ’s.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated professional to join the iShares & Wealth RFP team. Based in London, this role will support iSW and iShares product ranges and work in close collaboration with internal stakeholders.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to different areas of the business and gain a wealth of knowledge about the workings of BlackRock, its position in the market and the products we manage.

Key responsibilities:

- Coordinate the completion of new business RFPs and DDQs in a professional, accurate and timely manner
- Own client queries and drive them through to resolution, ensuring a variety of client queries are handled with due care and attention and responded to appropriately, within agreed timeframes
- Provide content and update our RFP database RFPio.
- Primary point of contact for sales teams and sales support teams who have requested RFP’s and DDQ’s for their clients
- Collaborate closely with the wider team in Budapest and other RFP teams across the business to ensure consistent and high quality responses and that all client deadlines are met
- Ensure continuous improvement of team processes and drive innovative use of resources. Take responsibility for contributing to the maintenance and audit of the core resource.
- Contribute to continual population and development of the proposals database, refreshing and improving answers on an ongoing basis

Experience & skills:

- BA or BS degree preferred
- 2-3 years of experience processing and writing RFP and DDQ within a retail or institutional environment required
- Demonstration of good investment knowledge across key asset classes
- Exhibits a client-focused attitude and be dedicated to offering the highest level of client service
- Proactive team-player who understands that a highly organized team can drive better performance
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels
- Drive and determination, with a willingness to learn and innovate
- Ability to work independently with mínimal guidance or supervision
- Demonstrates an aptitude for problem solving and shows willingness to go the extra mile for clients
- Possesses strong organisational and analytical skills, with good attention to detail
- Ability to manage and control priorities to meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge in Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week; some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. Beginning in September, all employees will shift to at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued an



  • London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...


  • London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...


  • London,, UK, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...

  • Rfp Associate

    7 months ago


    London, United Kingdom Man Group Full time

    Job Profile Summary: The Investment Services team is responsible for providing high quality support to Man’s client base globally. The team performs a wide range of duties including handling client queries, assisting in pitch presentation, marketing materials, DDQs/RFPs and reporting. As such the team plays a vital role in all aspects and stages of the...


  • London Area, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...


  • London Area, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...


  • City of London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset ManagementI am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain existing...

  • Rfp Associate

    7 months ago


    London, United Kingdom Man Group plc Full time

    **Job Profile Summary**: The Client Services team is responsible for providing high quality support to Man's client base globally. The team performs a wide range of duties including handling client queries, assisting in pitch presentation, marketing materials, DDQs/RFPs and reporting. As such the team plays a vital role in all aspects and stages of the...


  • City of London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset Management I am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain...


  • City of London, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    RFP Associate- London- Asset Management I am looking for an RFP Associate to join a leading firm in the asset management industry. In this role, you will manage due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders. Your work will be essential in helping the firm win new business and retain...

  • RFP Associate

    7 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    Job Title: RFP Associate - Asset Management ExpertWe are seeking a highly skilled RFP Associate to join our team in London, where you will be responsible for managing due diligence questionnaires and queries from retail intermediaries, institutional clients, and other stakeholders.The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in RFP or DDQ writing...


  • London, United Kingdom Man Group Full time

    Job Profile Summary: The Discretionary Investment Services team is responsible for providing high quality support to Man’s client base globally. The team performs a wide range of duties including handling client queries, assisting in pitch presentation, marketing materials, DDQs/RFPs and reporting. As such the team plays a vital role in all aspects and...

  • RFP Asset Manager

    2 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    Job Title: RFP Associate- Asset ManagementAbout the Role:We are seeking a talented RFP Associate to join our team in London, focusing on asset management. As an RFP Associate, you will play a crucial role in managing due diligence questionnaires and responses from clients, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality documents.Key Responsibilities:Manage due...


  • London, United Kingdom Man Group plc Full time

    **Job Profile Summary**: The Discretionary Investment Services team is responsible for providing high quality support to Man's client base globally. The team performs a wide range of duties including handling client queries, assisting in pitch presentation, marketing materials, DDQs/RFPs and reporting. As such the team plays a vital role in all aspects and...

  • Associate, Rfp Writer

    6 months ago


    London, United Kingdom Ares Management Full time

    Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values - Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy - and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming,...

  • RFP Writer

    3 months ago


    London, UK, United Kingdom Barings Full time

    Job Title - RFP Writer Department – Client Experience Location – London, UK Job Summary The Global RFP Team is responsible for responding to detailed Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQ) and ESG Questionnaires primarily from the Institutional segment of the investment management industry. The RFP...

  • RFP Writer

    3 months ago


    London, United Kingdom Barings Full time

    Job Title - RFP Writer Department – Client Experience Location – London, UK Job Summary The Global RFP Team is responsible for responding to detailed Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Information (RFI), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQ) and ESG Questionnaires primarily from the Institutional segment of the investment management industry. The RFP...

  • RFP Specialist

    3 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Federated Hermes Full time

    Job Title: RFP SpecialistSalary Range: £45,000 - £60,000 per annumAbout UsFederated Hermes is a global leader in active, responsible investment management. Our mission is to deliver investment solutions that help investors target a broad range of outcomes.We operate globally, with over 2,000 employees across London, New York, and offices worldwide. Our...

  • RFP Specialist

    1 month ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Stephen Bell Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled RFP Writer to join our team at Stephen Bell Associates Ltd.As an RFP Writer, you will be responsible for preparing comprehensive written responses to RFPs/RFIs in French and English from institutional clients and prospects.Main Responsibilities:Maintain standard product RFPsDevelop strong relationships with internal and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Federated Hermes Full time

    Federated Hermes, a leading global investment management firm, is seeking an experienced RFP Content Specialist to join its Global Proposal Team in London. This role will play a crucial part in supporting sales and client relations through the completion of Request For Proposal's (RFPs) and maintaining consultant databases.About the RoleThe successful...