We are seeking a recent graduate for a 12-months internship at Neuberger Berman.
You will be part of the Global RFP team and coordinate requests for proposals and due diligence questionnaires to help the business win and retain our client assets. This is an opportunity to join a highly dynamic, highly collaborative international team located in London, New York, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
The position will suit an enthusiastic person who prides themselves on their ability to write, multi-task, problem-solve and demonstrates a thorough attention to detail. The role would provide an excellent opportunity for a candidate to learn about the world of investment management as the team interacts with all areas of the business.
We believe this represents an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, hard-working professional to initiate their career and build up experience in a demanding but rewarding environment.
Primary responsibilities
As the Trainee in the RFP team, you will work with more senior members of the team and be exposed to a variety of tasks including:
- Coordinating and completing RFPs, due diligence, and requests from EMEA and other international based client coverage channels
- Help colleagues within the Global RFP team to ensure deadlines are met while following the team’s multi-step RFP process
- Support the team and the RFP Business Manager with organization projects related to the RFP database of standard responses, management reporting, or automation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor or master’s degree in (business, finance, economics, law, or similar)
- Previous intern experience in marketing or client service role at an asset management firm preferred
- Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Basic understanding of financial markets and interest in investment management
You must be able to work full time for a 12-month period.
Key skills
- Excellent team player, able to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment as part of a team
- Strong time management, planning and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, ability to communicate effectively with team members, senior investment professionals and client coverage colleagues
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Solutions-oriented, able to propose ideas to improve processes
- Curious and willing to learn about the industry
- Ability to deal with ambiguity
Neuberger Berman is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
