Global RFP Team Manager (AI Expert)

Job Reference:
2025-2687
Location:
Mumbai
Category:
Sales and Relationship Management
Solution:
Index

Your Team Responsibilities

The Global RFP team contributes to the success of sales and associated revenue generation through responding to RFP's, RFI's, Risk Management Market Surveys and Vendor Questionnaires for the MSCI Risk Management and Portfolio Management business segments. The RFP team manages the entire RFP process: provides consistently high quality responses and acts as a single point of coordination across internal functions and groups.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Leading the Global RFP Team.
  • Providing direction to the team to improve RFP success rate.
  • Innovating to improve team effciency by leveraging AI tools.
  • Building a global team with cross-product knowledge and T-shaped skillset so as to successfully pitch cross-product solutions to clients.
  • Liaising with sales and product management to understand specific client requirements and the corresponding product pitch / positioning message
  • Providing high quality responses that are relevant to the requirements and instructions specified in the RFP issued by the client.
  • Being a Subject Matter expert in either Analytics, Sustainability, Index or Real Estate
  • Mentor the junior people in the team and provide constant guidance and support.
  • Managing the RFP project by assessing and arranging for resources, determining the project schedule, communicating progress and challenges with key stakeholders and implementing quality checks to final submission document
  • Developing a global mindset and establishing good working relationships across multiple teams and locations – Product teams, Implementation, Technical , Managed Services, Legal and Finance teams for accurate and up-to-date representation of facts in RFPs
  • Contributing to creation of high quality proposals by updating database with new information- new product release documents / new responses created / other firm wide developments
  • Continually enhancing one's own knowledge on the features of our products and commonly used concepts to respond to questions that are analytical in nature
  • Effective prioritization and time management skills.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

  • Strong Bachelor Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, IT or similar subject.
  • Post graduate qualification in Finance, Administration, Technology or Sustainability
  • 10+ years experience managing teams in Financial analysis, Sustainability ratings, Technology, Operations or Administration
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects under tight, short-term deadlines whilst meeting client expectations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge in RFP and Sales process is a plus.

About MSCI

What we offer you

  • Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
  • Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
  • A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
  • Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
  • Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
  • We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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“I enjoy the dynamic nature of the role, working with different teams internally to provide the best possible support to our clients.

The ultimate goal of my team is to ensure clients have a smooth experience and receive accurate information regarding MSCI's Sustainability and Climate solutions.

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Mariana Gauna – Sales and Relationship Management

“The role of my team is to help our clients configure and customize MSCI’s solutions to their unique requirements.

It’s a great collaborative effort, and a great opportunity for us to learn more about our clients’ needs.

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Vincent Ku – Sales and Relationship Management

“I'm a lifelong learner.

At MSCI I'm fortunate to have the company support me with continuous learning opportunities such as pursuing industry-leading certifications like CFA and FRM. I believe having the desire to learn automatically translates into professional growth and success.

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Nitesh Rajpal – Sales and Relationship Management

Benefits

MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family. 

National Pension System (NPS) 
Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF) 
Healthcare benefits, including:

  • Health, accident and life insurance 
  • Emergency Ambulance service 
  • Health checkup 
  • Tele-Medicine 

Daycare benefit (creche) 
Pregnancy care program 
Maternity kit 

Development opportunities

Guided by your manager, our learning and development opportunities empower you to perform at your best, make an impact and shape your career. 

Career paths are multidirectional and we believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With access to LinkedIn Learning Pro and our bespoke Learning@MSCI platform, you can easily customize and tailor your learning journey to accelerate your career.

Mumbai

12th Floor
Nesco IT Building No. 3, Nesco IT Park
Nesco Complex
Goregaon (East)
Mumbai 400063
India

 

Our LEED-certified Mumbai office is in the Nesco IT park, with amazing views of the Aarey forest and good connections to both public transport and the highway. As the largest MSCI office, a wide variety of teams are represented here, from Technology and Data Operations to Research, Finance, and Sales and Relationship Management. You’ll also find that we’re well-equipped with collaboration spaces, breakout zones, a cafeteria and relax rooms, as well as a gym for those looking to exercise before work. Learn more about MSCI's offices in India.

Recruitment process

  1. Apply online

    First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

  2. Talk to our recruiter

    If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

  3. Interview with our team

    If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

  4. Make your decision

    If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

Global RFP Team Manager (AI Expert)

Job Reference:
2025-2687
Location:
Mumbai
Category:
Sales and Relationship Management
Solution:
Index
Job Level:
Vice President
Job Type:
Full-Time
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