RFP & Data Manager £Exc + bens & bonus
A newly created role has arisen within this highly regarded boutique Asset Manager for an experienced RFP professional to take ownership of the RFP process and over time assemble a proposal team that has the skills to prepare and submit winning proposals.
Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the introduction and implementation of all necessary proposal procedures and governance. This is a highly networked role that requires an ability to work under pressure and to challenging deadlines.
The ideal candidate should have good time and project management skills to ensure that proposals are submitted accurately and on time.
Co-ordinate and produce proposals (RFI, PPQ, ITT, RFP etc.) response whilst assembling a proposal team that has the skills to prepare and submit a winning proposal.
In collaboration with Sales, evaluate existing RFP process, identify areas for improvement and re-design to be ‘fit-for-purpose’
Co-ordinate RFP responses, liaising with relevant stakeholders and with support of designated Sales representative.
Meeting proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering.
Managing responses through internal workflows to ensure appropriate sign-off from control functions, including legal and compliance.
Use Salesforce to monitor RFP stages in line with identified sales opportunities.
Regularly report on RFP activity.
Determine proposal requirements by identifying and clarifying objectives within the RFPs.
Experience & Qualifications
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background and understanding of business process management / enterprise software and security considerations, five or more years of experience responding to technical RFPs from large firms and government organisations, coupled with strong writing skills.
A demonstrable track record/understanding of the Asset management arena.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage deadlines efficiently.
Strong critical thinking ability.
Ability to work independently.
Willing to challenge established procedures & processes to improve efficiency.
A self-starter with the ability to use their initiative
To hear more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Alex Brown on 020 7847 8878 or email your CV to http://alex@meredithbrown.com. Ref: AB15004.
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