RFP and DDQ, Asset Management, Associate

About this role Client Service & Solutions Client Services & Solutions is a client‑centric organization that brings together Client Experience Delivery and Outsourced Platform Services to deliver seamless, consistent end‑to‑end client experiences across BlackRock and Aladdin. By aligning digital capabilities, service expertise, and relationship management, the team simplifies client journeys and supports the firm’s commercial ambitions. Team Overview The Service Innovation Desk (SID) is part of the firm’s global CSS organization and brings greater efficiency to how we service our clients. It aims to centralize service tasks, uncover automation and efficiency opportunities and drive scale. Role Summary The RFP / DDQ Team is responsible for end‑to‑end coordination and drafting of Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs) to support new and existing business opportunities for Institutional and Wealth clients. The role partners closely with Sales, Product Strategy, Investment, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to deliver high‑quality, accurate, and timely client responses. The ideal candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills and previous experience of working in a fast-paced global financial services firm on DDQs / RFPs / RFIs or similar documents. Key Responsibilities: Managing and writing DDQ / RFP responses about our firm, product, support model and value proposition. Complete client due diligence questionnaires by liaising with subject matter experts at all levels throughout the business to source information. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of DDQs including quality oversight. Perform peer reviews and ensure to maintain a high level of competency along with meticulous attention to details. Maintain and enhance content in the RFP knowledge library (e.g., Responsive/RFP database) Manage workload successfully and assist other team members when required. Proactively communicate potential issues. Contributing to the evolution of RFP / DDQ processes, leveraging emerging technology, projects, and resources. Skills, Experience and Competencies: 4- 6 years of relevant experience in investment management/asset management or financial industry Have in-depth understanding of capital markets instruments (like equities, fixed income, derivatives) and the trading lifecycle Hands on experience on Proposal Management, Client Retention or Pre-Sales and Post-Sales activity Organized and detail-oriented with critical reading and editing skills, strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines. Demonstrate proactiveness in efficiency and capacity-building initiatives. Team player with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, both locally and across geographies. High level of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics Strong familiarity with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and RFP tools (Pmaps, Qvidian, Responsive) Postgraduate - MBA (Finance) or equivalent; CFA / FRM certification will be an added advantage. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work t ... (truncated, view full listing at source)