RFP Writer & Consultant, Portfolio Management Group, Associate

The Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team at BlackRock is seeking an Associate-level RFP Writer & Consultant for its Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) business. This role involves managing the end-to-end RFP and DDQ process, crafting high-quality, customized responses for institutional clients globally. The successful candidate will collaborate with various internal teams, maintain content libraries, and contribute to strategic consulting initiatives to enhance client engagement and business development efforts for the $350B OCIO business. Strong analytical, writing, and project management skills are essential.

Must Have

• Manage and deliver high-quality, customized responses to RFPs, RFIs, and DDQs.
• Write clear, compelling, and accurate responses tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with investment strategists, client servicing, and other teams.
• Maintain and enhance the RFP content library and database.
• 3-5 years of experience in asset management, preferably in RFP writing, investment consulting, or client servicing.
• Strong understanding of investment products and the investment outsourcing industry.
• Excellent writing, editing, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in RFP software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders under tight deadlines.
• Postgraduate (MBA) from a premier business school.

Good to Have

• Technical skills such as Power BI, Tableau, Python, and SQL.
• Progress toward CFA or FRM certifications.
• Thrive in a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, and proactive communication.
• Constantly seeking better ways to do things and able to challenge the status quo.
• Enjoy collaborating and demonstrate value and respect for input from others.
• Can work under tight deadlines and balance competing priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the wider ecosystem and build partnerships.

Perks & Benefits

• Strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

About this role

Team Overview (Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions)

The Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of BlackRock’s index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and cutting-edge alpha insights. MASS constructs active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions across a wide spectrum of commingled funds, separate accounts, model portfolios, and outsourcing solutions in the wealth and institutional channels. Currently, MASS manages over $2 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific region.

MASS is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are passionate about creating and promoting an environment where all employees are valued and respected. Consistent with our diverse client base, we recognize the benefit that diversity brings to the success of our business.

Position Summary

This role sits within MASS’ Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) business which manages over $350B in assets for institutional globally. We are looking for a Consultant & RFP Writer that will support the MASS’ OCIO business development efforts by managing the end-to-end RFP and DDQ process. This role is responsible for crafting high-quality, customized responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), and other client-facing documents, while also contributing to strategic consulting initiatives to drive deeper client engagement for the outsourcing business.

The candidate should possess strong analytical, writing and comprehending skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with a wide range of partner teams and stakeholders. The successful candidate will possess outstanding attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and have a passion for thinking critically on how we respond to client RFPs/ DDQs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver high-quality, customized responses to RFPs, RFIs, and DDQs across client segments (Pensions, Family offices, E&F, healthcare etc.)
• Write clear, compelling, and accurate responses tailored to client needs and aligned with firm positioning
• Collaborate with investment strategists (CIOs), client servicing, institutional client business teams, business management, manager research and other teams to gather accurate and timely information
• Maintain and enhance the RFP content library and database to ensure consistency, accuracy, and regulatory alignment
• Support strategic projects such as competitor benchmarking, narrative development, and client pitch support in partnership with lead CIOs
• Track RFP win/loss metrics and provide timely insights to improve future submissions
• Partner with consultant relationship team (GCR) and solutions group (CSG) to maintain a pipeline of upcoming projects
• Ensure all client-facing materials reflect the firm’s brand, investment philosophy, and compliance standards

Experience / Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in asset management, preferably in RFP writing, investment consulting, or client servicing
• Strong understanding of investment products (e.g., mutual funds, ETFs SMAs, alternatives etc.), investment outsourcing industry and client trends
• Excellent writing, editing, and project management skills
• Proficiency in RFP software and Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders under tight deadlines
• Flexible, responsive, and self-starting personality. Demonstrated experience working both independently and as part of a team in a highly collaborative, global environment
• Technical skills such as Power BI, Tableau, Python and SQL will be a plus
• Postgraduate (MBA) from a premier business school
• Progress toward CFA or FRM certifications is a plus

We are looking for people who

• Thrive in a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, and proactive communication, where all members of the team are motivated to go above and beyond, and think globally and creatively
• Constantly seeking better ways to do things and able to challenge the status quo
• Enjoy collaborating and who demonstrate value and respect for input from others
• Can work under tight deadlines and balance competing priorities
• Are flexible and adaptable and thrive in a dynamic and changing environment
• Demonstrate an awareness of the wider ecosystem in which they operate and build partnerships with key stakeholders

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 together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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