Associate, GPS ETF Product Japan

About this role

Role Aim / Purpose

Professionals within the APAC GPS ETF Product Team support the delivery, management, and promotion of BlackRock’s iShares investment vehicles. This role focuses on supporting product development, range management, and commercialization efforts across Japan-listed and global ETF products.

The position is based in Tokyo and offers exposure to product innovation, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Japan-listed ETFs to market and assist in ongoing range management activities

• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Legal, Compliance, Product, Sales, Operations) to support product strategy execution

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and potential product gaps

• Support sales teams with product materials, analytics, and ETF-related insights

• Assist in maintaining high standards across ETF product governance and quality

• Contribute to initiatives improving product platform, reporting, and operational processes

• Support the development and maintenance of marketing materials, including product pages and client content

Skills, Experience & Knowledge Required

• ~2–5 years of relevant experience in financial services (product, structuring, strategy, or related areas)

• Basic understanding of ETFs and/or investment products (mutual funds, private funds); willingness to deepen expertise

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple tasks

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to analyze information and present insights clearly and concisely

• Proactive mindset with ability to work independently with guidance

• Experience working across teams and cultures is a plus

• Native Japanese and business-level English

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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.