Business Development Associate
A fantastic new RFP Writing position has become available with one of the most prestigious institutional asset managers in the industry
About the role
- Ensure all RFPs and RFIs (inc surveys) are completed within deadline and to a high standard. The organisation aim to create accurate, professional, client-focused proposals that highlight the benefits of their solutions for each mandate
- Assist with the maintenance of a suite of standard Strategy RFPS as well as responses in the RFP machine
- Responsible for ensuring Assets Under Management and Investment Professional's data is suitable and up-to-date for EMEA use
- Share ideas and leverage work wherever possible across the team
- Assist with all aspects of team function - supporting other team members wherever required
- Complete (where appropriate co-ordinate) consultant databases that support business and consultant efforts
- Actively contribute maintaining a high standard of procedures and practices within the Team
About the person
- Strong Fixed Income knowledge is an absolute prerequisite
- Strong previous experience in RFPs. Ability to generate new content in line with the firm's branding and messaging
- Degree (preferably economics or finance related) highly desirable
- Professional qualifications e.g. IMC, CFA an advantage
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage busy, high calibre investment professionals
- Well organized individual with the ability to work independently - ability to work within tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard
- Must work well in a team environment, and have the ability to interact effectively with senior level employees and external contacts
- Good knowledge of investment products essential
- Strong ability in written English is essential. Italian language skills are highly desirable but not a necessity. Demonstrable experience of writing RFPs in multiple languages is extremely advantageous
- Experience of working across a number of financial markets across EMEA
- Strong experience of Consultant databases is highly desirable but not a necessity
- Proficiency in software applications essential. Advanced Excel skills very beneficial but not essential
About the organisation
Market leading institutional asset manager who provides investment services globally
If you would like to apply for the role of Business Development Associate or find out more, please apply online or contact Jack Harries at Robert Walters on Jack.Harries@robertwalters.com or call +44(0) 207509 8455 quoting the reference 1824010.
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