Senior RFP Specialist (12 Month Contract)
Added 1 Sept · still live
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3549 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Franklin Templeton is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.
From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.
About The Department
The EMEA Request for Proposal (RFP) team helps win and retain business by creating high-quality responses to client questionnaires and proposal requests. Working closely with partners across investment, product management, distribution, and other global teams, the department ensures Franklin Templeton’s capabilities, products, and services are presented accurately and competitively. The team supports both retail and institutional clients across fixed income, equities, multi-asset solutions, and alternative investments in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. This is a 12 month fixed term contract.
How You Will Add Value
From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.
About The Department
The EMEA Request for Proposal (RFP) team helps win and retain business by creating high-quality responses to client questionnaires and proposal requests. Working closely with partners across investment, product management, distribution, and other global teams, the department ensures Franklin Templeton’s capabilities, products, and services are presented accurately and competitively. The team supports both retail and institutional clients across fixed income, equities, multi-asset solutions, and alternative investments in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. This is a 12 month fixed term contract.
How You Will Add Value
- Complete Request for Proposals (RFPs), Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), and client questionnaires.
- Create accurate, compelling client-facing responses.
- Support colleagues with proposal development and reviews.
- Ensure submissions meet quality and client requirements.
- Manage multiple projects against competing deadlines.
- Coordinate reviews and approvals with key stakeholders.
- Update and maintain proposal content libraries.
- Identify opportunities for response improvement and consistency.
- Build strong relationships across global teams.
- Deepen your knowledge of clients, products, and business priorities.
What Will Help You Be Successful In This Role
Experience, Education & Certifications
Based in our Edinburgh or London office with at least 3 days per week in the office.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners – individuals who have taken a break from work – are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.
As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disabil
Experience, Education & Certifications
- Experience in financial services, consulting, proposal writing, editorial, or copywriting roles
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of investment markets and asset classes is advantageous
- Claritas Investment Certificate (CFA Institute) or Investment Management Certificate (IMC) is beneficial
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent proofreading and editing abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with Qvidian or similar content management systems is advantageous
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Adaptable and comfortable working to tight deadlines
- Confident engaging with stakeholders across the business
- Excellent English language skills
- Additional European language skills are an advantage
Based in our Edinburgh or London office with at least 3 days per week in the office.
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners – individuals who have taken a break from work – are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.
As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disabil
ity as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Franklin Templeton, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 3549 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~82k in sampleP25 £28kP75 £46k
£25kmedian £35kgoing rate £42k£46k
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Not necessarily. Franklin Templeton holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3549 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.