RFP Specialist, Investment Proposals - Parametric

ABOUT MORGAN STANLEY
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ABOUT PARAMETRIC
Parametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors, institutions, and consultants to build portfolios focused on what is important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years, we help investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs. We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients' core holdings.

This role is part of Parametric's hybrid working model, which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Request for Proposal (RFP) Specialist is responsible for supporting the Institutional and Wealth Management distribution channels by responding to recurring and ad hoc due diligence requests with a particular focus on firm and strategy level information. The Investment Proposals team serves as the hub through which information is compiled and disseminated to both internal and external clients. The position requires collaboration with multiple teams so we are seeking an individual with high initiative that has demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The candidate must be detail oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

• Construct drafts, progressing to independent completion of Requests for Proposals/Information (RFP/RFI) and similar sales due diligence requests, including managing deadlines, compiling information from multiple internal sources, and making sure content complies with Parametric's brand and guidelines.
• Responsible for supporting, and eventually independently completing, quarterly, monthly and ad hoc due diligence requests.
• Partner with Content Specialist to construct Sample RFPs.
• Help ensure accuracy within the RFP response database (Loopio).
• Gain exposure to completion of Institutional RFPs and requests with a higher level of complexity/customization
• Use AI and automation tools to enhance RFP response development, including initial drafting, content reuse, and quality checks, while ensuring alignment with firm standards and SME input
• Explore and evaluate opportunities to leverage AI-enabled tools to enhance RFP workflow processes, drive efficiencies, and support continuous improvement
• Develop a full working knowledge of the firm's structure, key personnel, organizational policies and procedures, and investment/product knowledge
• Develop strong relationships with internal subject matter experts, including product management, sales, client relations, and investment professionals, to facilitate collaboration across teams and understand client needs to create customized RFP responses that highlight the firm's strategic and competitive advantage
• Gain mastery of internal systems and team organization/workflow management with assistance from more senior team members/management
• Some interaction with compliance/legal to review and obtain approvals of materials.
• Partner with Data Team to ensure the quantitative information is accurately providing the response needed for the deliverable
• Some interaction with compliance/legal to review and obtain approvals of materials.
• Gain mastery of internal systems and team organization/workflow management with assistance from more senior team members/management
• Act as a contributing member of the team, participating in projects guided by Sr. RFP Specialists and/or management
• Assume other responsibilities as required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year degree or equivalent, preferably in a related discipline such as business, finance, or economics.
• Interest in financial services and a desire to learn more and/or pursue a career in the industry
• 1-3 years of work experience (inclusive of internships) and/or 1-3 years of writing experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to handle a heavy, deadline-oriented workload.
• Superior project management abilities.
• Ability to successfully navigate simultaneous multi-level projects and tasks in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel desired and additional quantitative skills preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated willingness to adopt and use AI-enabled tools to support RFP workflows, enhance efficiency, and improve deliverable quality.
• Please enclose a cover letter with your application.

Parametric believes each member of our organization makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties and qualifications. It is our expectation that every member of our team will offer his/her/their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our client services.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:


At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients - helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that's differentiated - and we've done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.


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Salary range for the position: $70,000 - 140,000/Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

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