Analyst - Data Sourcing - Japanese Speaker

About this role

This role sits within our teams at Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Acquired by BlackRock in 2025, Preqin is a premier private markets data and analytics provider, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

The data management team is responsible for acquisition and collection of key public and private data that fuels Preqin’s online databases and products. Besides collecting content, the data management team collaborates extensively with our internal and external clients to improvise our offerings leveraging technology and subject matter expertise. The team understands the life cycle of data and establishes business intelligence reports seeking operational excellence.

The successful candidate will be part of Preqin’s data management team and take on a role primarily managing vendors, creating operational excellence, ensure deliverables and also to develop and implement improved strategic sourcing policies across regions. Full training relevant to the role will be provided.

Role Responsibilities

Data Management and Research:

• Conduct in-depth web-based research to collect data  relating to firm, fund, and transaction activity in the alternative asset universe

• Perform quality assurance for existing data and output from offshore teams

• Work on complex data projects related to data quality, process re-engineering and workflow optimization

• Develop subject matter expertise to enhance our data offering to clients

• Work with stakeholders across various business units to further develop our data product offering

Training and Operation:

• Identify and evaluate key data sources and sourcing procedures

• Create scope of work & standardize framework for offshore teams

• Assess the performance of vendors and ensure vendor compliance with company standards

VendorCoordination:

• Design and build metrics and mechanisms to ensure delivery of quality work from offshore teams

• Drive improvements in productivity, quality and cost through data-driven decisions

• Identify areas of improvement on data vendor across APAC, create and further operational excellence for vendors

Experience

• At least 2-4 years of relevant working experience within finance/alternative assets, consultancy, or data management

• Business-level fluency in English and Japanese with excellent writing and communication skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Knowledge of business intelligence systems and experience in analytical modelling and project management is preferred

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications

• Experience in vendor coordination/project management/data analysis is preferred

• Experience in working across cultures and locations is preferred

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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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