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RFP Project Coordinator

ChicagoOn-siteFull-time

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Coordinates the development and delivery of RFPs, questionnaires, and prospect materials for an investment consulting firm, managing timelines, drafting responses, and collaborating with internal subject matter experts.

About this role

Marquette was founded in 1986 with the sole objective of providing investment consulting at the highest caliber of service. Our expertise is grounded in our commitment to client service — our team aims to be a trusted partner and as fiduciaries, our clients’ interests and objectives are at the center of everything we do. Our approach brings together the real-world experience of our people and our dedication to creativity and critical thinking in order to empower our clients to meet their goals.

The role of the RFP Project Coordinator is to support the firm's business development and marketing efforts through the development and delivery of requests for proposals (RFPs), questionnaires, and related prospect materials. The duties include managing proposal timelines, drafting and editing responses, coordinating with internal subject matter experts, creating supporting materials, maintaining proposal content, and ensuring submissions meet firm and client requirements.
The RFP Project Coordinator reports to the Director of Marketing and collaborates daily with the Marketing team and colleagues across the firm to develop accurate, timely, and high-quality deliverables. The position requires the RFP Project Coordinator to be organized, detail-oriented, a strong communicator, a collaborative team player, and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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

    • Skills

    AI TechnologyBrand StandardsFinancial ServicesMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementProposal Content ManagementQuality ControlRegulatory ComplianceRFP Management

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