RFP/Sales Support Analyst

at  Hamilton Lane

Hamilton Lane is looking to expand our team to satisfy the needs of our growing client base. Hamilton Lane is built on collaboration, teamwork and integrity. Our employees pursue excellence and always strive to do the right thing. We invest in our employees, clients and partner relationships, as well as, in the technology and resources necessary to remain competitive, working in a competitive environment that inspires innovation.
Hamilton Lane is seeking a RFP/Sales Support Analyst in the firm’s Frankfurt office (Germany) to provide primary assistance to our EMEA and US Client Solutions Team through completion of RFPs/questionnaires and other deliverables for new and existing clients and investors, predominantly German speaking.
This individual will sit in a key role supporting the sales process, crafting proposals for prospective and current clients and investors to gain new business. In addition, this position supports the firm’s sales and marketing efforts by maintaining informational databases and standard content for prospective clients. Please note that this position does not directly involve sales.

DIVERSITY PLEDGE

At Hamilton Lane, we prioritize the value of diversity and intentionally cultivate an environment that embraces the strength derived from our collective differences. Recognizing the industry’s need for change, we address the hesitancy of underrepresented groups, particularly women and people of color, to apply unless meeting every criterion. We welcome applications from women, men, people of color, veterans, the LGBTQ+ community, and those returning to the workforce, even if not meeting every job description requirement, including education level. Your unique contribution is not just welcomed but essential to our success.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@hamiltonlane.com.
Hamilton Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition. As a registered investment adviser, employees of Hamilton Lane may be subject to certain limitations on political contribution and personal investment activities.
Hamilton Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition. As a registered investment adviser, employees of Hamilton Lane may be subject to certain limitations on political contribution and personal investment activities

This position will work closely with a number of professionals in various departments across the firm to ensure deadlines are met, materials meet compliance requirements and data points are accurate. The individual will be involved in the following:

• Coordination and completion of RFPs/RFI questionnaires from prospective and existing clients and investors. Responsibilities will include, among other things, compiling existing and previously approved responses, customizing existing responses for applicability to the nuances of a given mandate and question, coordinating input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across the firm.
• Includes gathering information, writing, editing, data manipulation/verification, translating, formatting and printing in the compilation of RFP/RFI responses
• Completion of ad-hoc sales-support requests and projects
• Liaison & team-work with internal departments to create content for RFP responses
• Maintenance of RFP responses database and overseeing updates
• Maintenance and updates to consultant databases and standard material

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS; Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years’ experience in a related financial services role; RFP or private markets experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must, including professional and clear email communication – both German (native speaker) and English is essential.
• Strong proficiency in constructing succinct and accurate questionnaire responses
• A comprehensive understanding of investment concepts
• Must be detail oriented and organized and able to handle multiple assignments; strong proficiency in project management
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a high pressure environment
• SalesEdge Qvidian experience is a plus, but not required
• Must have strong skills in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint

This position will work closely with a number of professionals in various departments across the firm to ensure deadlines are met, materials meet compliance requirements and data points are accurate. The individual will be involved in the following:

• Coordination and completion of RFPs/RFI questionnaires from prospective and existing clients and investors. Responsibilities will include, among other things, compiling existing and previously approved responses, customizing existing responses for applicability to the nuances of a given mandate and question, coordinating input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across the firm.
• Includes gathering information, writing, editing, data manipulation/verification, translating, formatting and printing in the compilation of RFP/RFI responses
• Completion of ad-hoc sales-support requests and projects
• Liaison & team-work with internal departments to create content for RFP responses
• Maintenance of RFP responses database and overseeing updates
• Maintenance and updates to consultant databases and standard materials

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS; Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years’ experience in a related financial services role; RFP or private markets experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must, including professional and clear email communication – both German (native speaker) and English is essential.
• Strong proficiency in constructing succinct and accurate questionnaire responses
• A comprehensive understanding of investment concepts
• Must be detail oriented and organized and able to handle multiple assignments; strong proficiency in project management
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a high pressure environment
• SalesEdge Qvidian experience is a plus, but not required
• Must have strong skills in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)