Senior RFP Writer, Asset Management

Northern Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking an experienced RFP Writer to join its asset management team in London. The role involves preparing complex RFPs and working closely with various departments to ensure high-quality submissions. Candidates should have proven experience with asset management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to customize responses to clients' needs. The position offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic work culture focused on collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible work culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple asset classes, particularly equities and fixed income.
• Ability to create tailored responses for RFPs under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare standard and complex RFPs and due diligence questionnaires.
• Work on multiple deadlines concurrently and maintain content databases.
• Train less experienced team members.

Skills

Proven RFP experience within asset management

Strong understanding of general asset management concepts

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Familiarity with RFP software, preferably Qvidian

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Investment Management Certificate (IMC) desirable or willingness to obtain it

Job description

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized award‑winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role

We currently require an experienced RFP Writer to join the Asset Management RFP team based in London or Dublin. The team is responsible for the completion of RFPs and other questionnaires for investment consultants, prospects and clients as part of the new business process in the EMEA and APAC regions.

With good asset‑management knowledge and a desire to develop your career, this is a role suited to someone demonstrating an exceptional work ethic. The successful candidate will liaise closely with multiple departments and stakeholders throughout Northern Trust to coordinate and project‑manage all requests while developing a thorough knowledge of the company’s products, strategies, structure and unique selling points to add value to the RFP production process.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Prepare standard and complex RFPs, RFIs, consultant questionnaires and due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) with an understanding of regional client / prospect requirements.
• Ability to create responses by customising standard responses and adding value by tailoring answers specific to the opportunity within required timeframes.
• Work with various business areas to review and appraise content for use within RFPs.
• Work on multiple deadlines concurrently.
• Be point of reference / training for less experienced team members.
• Maintain standard answer database on a timely basis.
• Maintain consultant databases if and when required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven RFP experience within asset management.
• Investment Management Certificate (IMC) desirable or willingness to work towards obtaining it.
• Strong understanding of general asset‑management concepts (e.g., active vs. passive management).
• Experience across multiple asset classes, particularly equities and fixed income.
• Proficient in interpreting statistical and financial data.
• Familiarity with RFP software, preferably Qvidian.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Valuable Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to respond with urgency and initiative under tight deadlines.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive learner with strong intellectual curiosity.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged; senior leaders are accessible and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve. Join a workplace with a greater purpose.

We love to learn more about how your interests and experience could fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies. Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email our HR Service Center at .

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

Content Management Systems, Enterprise Software, HR Sourcing, Information Architecture, Technical Writing, User Research, Adobe Captivate, Copywriting, Figma, Content Strategy, Taxonomy, Writing Skills

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1