RFP Project Coordinator
Summary
Supports an investment consulting firm's business development by managing RFPs and questionnaires end to end: coordinating timelines, drafting and editing responses with subject matter experts, building tables, charts and exhibits, and maintaining the RFP content library — mainly with Microsoft Office and approved AI tools.
Responsibilities:
The RFP Project Coordinator will support the firm’s business development efforts through the following responsibilities:
- Coordinate the project management of RFPs, requests for information, questionnaires, marketing initiatives, and follow-up communications
- Draft, edit, and tailor standard and custom responses to clearly address prospect questions and submission requirements
- Create and format tables, charts, graphs, exhibits, and other supporting materials for RFP responses and related deliverables
- Partner with internal subject matter experts to gather and validate information used in RFP and questionnaire responses
- Review final materials for accuracy, completeness, grammar, formatting, word usage, and compliance with submission instructions
- Ensure consistency with approved messaging, brand standards, regulatory requirements, and quality-control processes
- Respond to prospect follow-up questions and coordinate additional information after submission
- Maintain and improve the internal RFP content library by organizing approved responses, identifying outdated content, and coordinating updates with content owners
- Use approved AI technology to support drafting, editing, content organization, and quality review while protecting confidential information and applying appropriate human oversight
- Participate in team and firm projects and provide additional marketing or business development support as requested
Competencies for Success/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, English, Journalism, Communications, Writing, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in an RFP role; financial services experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
- Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and follow-through
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments, and solve problems
- Responsive, flexible, and accountable when working with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to build productive working relationships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new systems and applications
- Comfortable using AI technology responsibly while maintaining confidentiality and reviewing outputs for accuracy
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Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Other website
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- How many years of relevant experience do you have? optional
- What is your expected salary range?
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- Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship?
- What is your highest level of education completed? optional
- Are you able to work in Chicago, IL?