RFP Senior Analyst

MFS International Australia Pty Ltd; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

MFS is seeking an RFP Senior Analyst in a hybrid work environment to manage, write, and coordinate high-quality responses to RFPs, DDQs, and information requests. You will lead end-to-end processes, coordinate input from diverse stakeholders, and ensure timely delivery while adhering to regulatory and branding standards.

The role requires 2-5+ years in asset management or RFP environments, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5+ years of professional experience in asset management or RFP/DDQ environments
• Strong attention to detail, request management, and organizational skills
• Excellent written, editorial, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to adapt to new technology and processes quickly
• Willingness to work additional hours and travel occasionally

Responsibilities

• Independently manages requests using standardized procedures and guidelines
• Owns end-to-end responsibility of assigned requests
• Coordinate input from owners and reviewers across the organization
• Source and consolidate firm/product data with compliance in mind
• Partner with a senior team member to ensure alignment with branding and regulatory standards
• Prioritize deadlines across multiple requests and regions
• Collaborate to improve processes, templates, and documentation
• Execute governance tasks to ensure compliance with RFP policies

Skills

RFP management

Writing

Stakeholder coordination

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters - to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

THE ROLE

The RFP Senior Analyst at MFS plays a critical role in supporting new business development, client retention efforts, and consultant relations inquiries by managing, writing, and coordinating high-quality, timely responses to RFPs, DDQs, and other information requests (collectively “requests”). This includes request scoping, stakeholder coordination, timeline management, and delivery oversight. The RFP Senior Analyst requires independent management of submitted requests, writing, communication, and data skills as well as the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders across the organization. The role is a senior support for requests on a critical point within the client journey.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Independently manages requests using standardized procedures and guidelines, with escalation to their manager or senior leader where needed.
• Assume end-to-end responsibility of assigned requests by managing timelines, coordinating stakeholder input, and finalizing the required document in accordance with the established RFP procedures and requirements.
• Coordinate input from owners and reviewers across the organization, with varying levels of seniority.
• Source and consolidate firm and/or product data as requested, ensuring appropriate adherence to legal and compliance requirements.
• Partners with a senior team member to ensure final responses align with predefined procedures surrounding firm messaging, regulatory standards, and branding guidelines.
• Prioritize and manage deadlines across multiple concurrent requests and regions.
• Collaborate with peers and stakeholders to improve process, templates, and documentation.
• Executes procedural and system-based governance tasks to ensure requests comply with RFP policies and procedures.
• Assume other responsibilities as required.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Minimum of 2-5+ years of professional experience, preferably in asset management or working with RFPs/DDQs. Strong attention to detail, request management, and organizational skills with the ability to manage concurrent deadlines independently. Excellent communication, written, editorial, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products; Adobe Acrobat. Ability to adapt to new and evolving technology and processes quickly. Works well under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet stringent deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively and with individuals across the organization. Professionally communicate with senior leaders when requiring signatures or other administrative requirements. Flexibility at short notice to work additional hours to fulfill their duties. Occasional travel may be required.

PREFERRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience. Familiarity with RFP or content management software.

#LI-JN1 Base Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $101,000.00 This position is eligible for competitive incentive bonus. At MFS, we believe in fair and transparent compensation. For that reason, we’re including the salary range for this position. This range reflects our good-faith expectation for what we’ll pay depending on the candidate’s experience, training and education. In addition to the salary, we also offer significant and competitive incentive compensation based on both individual and company performance.

• MFS contributes an amount equal to 15% of your base salary to your retirement account that is separate from the company -sponsored 401(k)
• Education Assistance: MFS contributes $100 monthly up to $10,000 lifetime maximum directly to loan provider
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement up to $8,000 annually
• Education Assistance: Access to discounted tutors and college coaches
• Generous time off and fully paid leaves including 20-weeks for maternity, 12-weeks for parental and caregiver leaves
• Choice of medical and dental plans and an and an employer contribution into the Health Savings Account Tax deferred commuter benefits & flexible spending accounts (medical & dependent care) Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program with a focus on mental health, subsidized fitness benefit via Wellhub (formerly Gympass), where you can workout at gyms, studios and boutique fitness locations near you, join virtual personal training sessions and access a wide variety of well-being apps

Our compensation philosophy is to pay competitively for talent while ensuring equity across employees performing comparable work. We are committed to transparency - if you have questions about how we arrived at this range or what additional benefits and bonus opportunities come with the role, we’ll be happy to discuss them #LI-HYBRID

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

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For almost a century, investors around the world have trusted MFS to achieve their investment goals. Since 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund, collaboration, a long-term focus and skilled active research have fueled our success. As a leading global investment manager, we hire employees who share our values, align with investors who share our long-term philosophy, and always act in the best interest of our clients.