Aladdin Client Engagement, Associate

About this role

About This Role
The Aladdin Client Engagement, Associate is a critical partner for BlackRock’s Aladdin Client Business, which offers the firm's risk and investment management platform to external clients.

The Aladdin Client Engagement (ACE) team manages the external partnerships formed with each BlackRock Solutions client and is the trusted advisor, problem solver and business partner to Aladdin clients.

About Aladdin
Aladdin is our operating system for managing financial portfolios and connects the information, people, and technology needed to manage money in real time at every step of the investment process. Aladdin exists so that every financial professional can see, understand, and act with clarity. Aladdin combines sophisticated risk analytics with comprehensive portfolio management, trading, and operations tools on a single platform to power informed decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:
Own relationships with client teams including senior management – e.g., Chief Investment Officer, etc., understand their business objectives and needs, be prescriptive about how to leverage Aladdin to achieve their firm’s goals.
Serve as an extension of the client’s in-house team to build and lead projects and coordinate resources across multiple functional areas and share knowledge relating to Aladdin models, functionality, workflows, and market best-practices
Partner with the client, as well as Aladdin Product Managers, developers, and financial modelers to support client development needs and assist with deployment of new models, analytics, and reporting across our broad range of financial products and investment styles.
Build strong internal relationships globally across the Aladdin ecosystem and the broader firm, in support of clients.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-4 years of work experience in the financial services industry
• Strong interest in FinTech, with prior knowledge of databases
• Familiarity with buy-side investment management workflows
• Proficient in market trends
• Working understanding of equity, fixed income and derivative markets, and analytics
• Experience advising Clients on portfolio strategies, portfolio optimization, risk assessments, and attribution
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly to clients
• Ambitious approach to large, complex projects, with a flair for problem solving
• Self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced, high-intensity environment and works well as part of a multi-disciplinary global team

Desired Qualifications
Executive Presence: Ability to influence outcomes and drive effective results across a diverse set of senior stakeholders
Problem-solving: Structured critical thinker with superior problem-solving and consultative skills
Experience with SQL, UNIX, VBA, C++, PERL or similar tools, and/or Aladdin
CFA, FRM, CIMA, or CAIA certification

Competencies
Demonstrates integrity and the highest standards, with a commitment to inclusion and diversity
Ability to engage with external stakeholders and partners at all levels across regions and the firm at-large
Background and experience in Investment Banking, Sales Strategy, Client Management or Private Equity preferred
High levels of demonstrated ownership over work product and client engagement
Team player with collaborative instincts and strong interpersonal skills

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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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.