Product Strategist – Budapest Hub, Equities (Analyst)

About this role

BlackRock

BlackRock is trusted to manage more money than any other investment manager in the world, helping millions of people and the world’s biggest institutions and governments reach their investing goals. We challenge businesses to reach higher standards by leading with purpose and promoting policies and practices that support long-term value creation. We use technology to think beyond what is possible and bring greater transparency to investing while democratizing access. Our promise to our clients is to deliver products and services that provide clarity on the financial markets to help influence better investments decisions.

Global Product Solutions (GPS)

BlackRock’s Global Product Solutions develops, launches, manages and distributes investment solutions across multiple strategies and asset classes. The global team includes quantitative analysts, investment strategists and research analysts. We partner with clients to solve their investment and liability challenges by understanding their objectives, advising on solutions, and designing and implementing strategies that meet or exceed goals.

Equity Product Strategy - Budapest Hub (EPS)

The EPS Budapest Hub team is a group of technical index specialists whose aim is to help and support London Product Strategy team through data analysis and drive the commercial agenda across our EMEA ETF and Index Mutual Fund product ranges. The team aids technical insight and analytics to clients while also enhance the client engagement through thought leadership, tactical content and complex data analysis. They cover the full equity range from broad equity beta exposures through to more targeted precision exposures including factors, thematics, sectors, alternatives and commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Active management of the content pipeline for product segments, overseeing the regular updating and maintenance of key materials such as client decks, product brochures, and emails. Ensure that all content is aligned with current market trends, incorporating relevant business intelligence to enhance strategic decision-making. 
• Utilizing various data sources and tools to provide analysis and respond to daily client requests and queries, supporting both the London team and sales team under the guidance of senior team members.
• Streamline processes and workflows within the team to maximize efficiency. Leverage IT skills to automate relevant tasks
• Work in partnership with other Blackrock teams to enhance efficiency and generate synergy

Knowledge/Experience:

• Interest and understanding of the financial markets and the ETF industry; be up to date on macro events and market trends
• Experience in asset management in general with a preference for ETF or Index Mutual Fund exposure or other relevant experience
• Proactive, problem-solving attitude supported by the ability to effectively combine outputs from different sources of technology/systems
• Must possess the desire and ability to work in a team-orientated environment
• The ability to communicate effectively – either by simplifying complex concepts or going deeper when more technical explanations are required

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience required; and/or Masters/CFA a plus
• Strong written, analytical, presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Python knowledge is a plus.
• Attention to detail a must with strong analytical skills
• Independent problem solving and excellent deadline management skill

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.