Senior Analyst, Canadian RFP Management

At Fiera Capital

We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions:

• Your Inclusive Experience: We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment.
• Your Growth & Empowerment: We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career.
• Your Rewards & Recognition: We deeply value our people and their contributions and that's reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture.
• Your Wellness Your Way: We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees' wellbeing.

What we are looking for:

Reporting to the Team Lead, Canadian RFP Management, the Senior Analyst plays a critical role in supporting Fiera Capital's business development efforts. This position is responsible for leading the coordination, analysis, and delivery of high-quality investment proposals across a broad spectrum of strategies and asset classes.

This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with subject matter experts across Fiera Capital's global platform, contributing to the firm's growth by producing compelling, client-focused responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), and finalist presentations.

We are seeking a team player, detail-oriented professional with strong writing, analytical, and project management skills, someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead the completion of RFPs and DDQs from prospective clients and consultants, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to the highest standards of quality
• Ensure the proposal management database is current and effectively utilized
• Respond to consultant inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
• Maintain and update firm-wide information on investment strategies, portfolio characteristics, AUM, and investment teams
• Assist in the maintenance and update of consultant databases by producing accurate information according to specific deadlines and develop tools to optimize this process
• Partner with investment and capability specialists to gain a deep understanding of their approaches and articulate them effectively in proposals
• Maintain historical and current information on the firm, its strategies, investment approaches, portfolio characteristics, assets under management and investment teams
• Update the proposal management database
• Participate in peer reviews to uphold quality and consistency across all submissions

Must have requirements to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience in an investment management firm, consulting firm, pension plan, or related environment
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or in the process is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with experience developing investment proposals
• Strong analytical mindset and meticulous attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with third-party databases and proposal tools such as eVestment and Responsive is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused, collaborative approach
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team environment

Additional Information:

• Fiera Capital adheres to a hybrid working environment with 4 days in-office per week.

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For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world. 

Fiera Capital subscribes to the principle of employment equity. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and our goal is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can achieve their true potential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or on the basis of disability, genetic information or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Fiera Capital will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

All staffing decisions, including hiring and promotion decisions, will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs. We are pleased to receive applications from qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Job applicants who are individually selected for an interview will be notified that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected participant requests accommodation, Fiera Capital shall consult with the applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Fiera Capital. We will only contact those selected for an interview.