Consulting Rfp Jobs in Copiague, NY (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Ares Management is seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious and commercially minded RFP Writer to join the Global Client Solutions RFP Team. This role sits at the center of the fundraising and investor diligence process, partnering closely with relationship managers, product teams, investment professionals and subject matter experts to deliver compelling, accurate and timely responses to RFPs, RFIs, DDQs and other investor-driven requests.

The RFP Writer will help drive high-quality execution across the full response lifecycle from intake and AI-assisted content development through review, production and final delivery, while developing a deep understanding of Ares' investment strategies, platform capabilities and client needs. The successful candidate will bring strong writing judgment, project management discipline, attention to detail and the ability to use technology thoughtfully to improve speed, consistency and quality in a fast-paced, global environment.

Ares is a flat, flexible, and dynamic organization. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, entrepreneurialism, integrity and partnership, both internally amongst colleagues and externally amongst clients and other stakeholders. The Ares team operates with a growth mindset, communicates transparently, and cultivates a high-performance and results-oriented environment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to: VP, Global Client Solutions, RFP

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and project manage RFPs, RFIs, DDQs and ad-hoc investor requests from intake through final delivery, balancing timelines, stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Partner with relationship management, product strategy, investment teams and subject matter experts to create clear, differentiated and responsive investor materials.
• Customize proposal language to address investor priorities and diligence themes while maintaining consistency with approved messaging.
• Develop strong knowledge of Ares' strategies, products, performance data, platform capabilities and corporate infrastructure to support accurate content creation.
• Review and validate qualitative and quantitative content, including questionnaires, datasets and consultant database submissions, with a focus on accuracy and quality control.
• Maintain and govern proposal content across RFP technology platforms, including AI enablement, content reuse and alignment with firm standards.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools, data and process improvements to enhance drafting efficiency, response quality, workflow transparency and the stakeholder experience.
• Apply sound judgment when using AI-assisted content, validating accuracy, tone, sourcing and alignment with approved messaging before materials are shared.
• Serve as a collaborative, solutions-oriented partner with strong communication skills and accountability under tight deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or international equivalent, preferably in a related field (economics, finance, accounting, or marketing).

Experience Required:

• 3-6 years of experience in the financial services or asset management industry, ideally in RFP, investor relations, client service, product strategy, due diligence or a related fundraising support function.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex written deliverables from intake through final delivery, including drafting, editing, stakeholder coordination, quality control and deadline management.
• Experience using, implementing or optimizing RFP, proposal automation, knowledge management or AI-enabled workflow tools is preferred.

General Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex investment, platform and operational information into clear, accurate and persuasive responses.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to organize workstreams, manage timelines, coordinate stakeholders and drive multiple concurrent deliverables to completion.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify process improvements, adopt AI-enabled tools and contribute ideas that enhance team efficiency, content quality and response consistency.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality, particularly when reviewing written materials, quantitative data, performance information and client-facing content.
• Ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment while remaining calm, organized and solutions-oriented.
• Collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across functions, demonstrates accountability and communicates proactively with internal partners.
• Intellectual curiosity and interest in developing a strong understanding of asset management, investment strategies, private markets and the institutional investor diligence process.
• Working knowledge of the asset management industry and familiarity with private markets or alternative investment products preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Salesforce, PowerBI or AI-enabled workflow, content management and reporting tools a plus.

Reporting Relationships

Compensation

$100,000 - $120,000

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.