New Business RFP Writer - Real Estate

TIAA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a New Business RFP Writer to coordinate and craft asset management proposals under tight deadlines. This role involves collaborating with senior managers and subject matter experts to ensure proposals meet client specifications. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills, RFP experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Join a company committed to your professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and career development.

Benefits

Competitive Health Benefits

Retirement Program

Wellness Offerings

Work-Life Balance Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of RFP experience in real estate or private investments.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead RFP projects from receipt to delivery.
• Write and edit responses to RFPs in compliance with client requirements.
• Develop relationships with key business partners and stakeholders.

Skills

RFP Writing

Project Management

Communication

Research and Analytical Skills

Detail-Oriented

Collaboration

Education

University Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

RFP Database Software

Job description

New Business RFP Writer

This position is responsible for coordinating and writing asset management proposals — responses to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) — under strict deadlines, and for creating additional documents, including RFI’s, pricing proposals, and ad hoc documents for external and internal clients. The RFP Coordinator must manage projects independently and with adherence to detailed client specifications. Extensive knowledge of the investments and the RFP process is preferred, as well as the ability to communicate formally in clear, concise writing. In addition to working with senior managers at all levels of the company, the RFP Writer interacts with product management, sales and with subject matter experts to update product information and positioning and to customize proposals.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage, coordinate and lead RFP project from initial receipt through RFP delivery.

• Write, edit, organize, and package responses to Request for Proposals in compliance with client requirements.

• Ability to lead RFP meetings with subject matter experts throughout the organization and responsible for ensuring the sales positioning is concurrent with sales strategy for each proposal.

• Proofread proposal for content, grammar, style and formatting.

• Develop and facilitate relationships with key business partners/stakeholders.

• Assist the Knowledge Manager in managing and updating database content with responses from recent proposals.

• Contribute to creating and distributing information on improving processes in proposal cycle to team and business partners.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred

FINRA Registrations

• SRC Indicator: NRF

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
6IC

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry RFP experience – real estate or private investments

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry RFP experience – real estate or private investments
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project and PowerPoint applications preferred.
• Experience with RFP database software
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to strict deadlines and producing quality work
• Ability to quickly assimilate new information regarding specific product and technical topic.
• Ability to communicate effectively on unfamiliar topics to elicit technical and program information necessary to answer client questions.
• Ability to work with little supervision as well as ability to request supervision or assistance when necessary to meet deadlines.
• CAIA designation or experience with real estate and other private markets products preferred

Related Skills Accountability, Adaptability, Business Analysis, Business Process Understanding, Collaboration, Communication, Compliance, Data Preprocessing, Detail-Oriented, Nuveen Products/Services Acumen, Project Management, Proposal Writing

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-05-24 Base Pay Range: $65,600/yr - $110,500/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

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Company Overview

Nuveen, the investment manager of TIAA, offers a comprehensive range of outcome-focused investment solutions designed to secure the long-term financial goals of institutional and individual investors. Its affiliates offer deep expertise across a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investments through a wide array of vehicles and customized strategies.For more information about the firm please visit our website atwww.Nuveen.com

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The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

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