Associate, Aladdin Client Engagement

About this role

About this Role:

Aladdin Business, Aladdin Client Engagement, Associate

BlackRock Solutions (BRS) supports the investment process through the development, deployment and support of our enterprise investment management platform (Aladdin®), which is utilized by executives, portfolio management, risk management and operations teams. BRS provides strategic advisory and enterprise investment system services for our clients with portfolios totaling over $13 trillion. Our diverse client base is made up of external institutional asset managers, pensions, insurance companies, banks and governments around the world. The BRS business is the natural evolution of our long-standing investment in developing sophisticated and highly integrated analytics and systems for managing money.

Aladdin Client Engagement is part of the Aladdin Business within BlackRock Solutions and is responsible for maximizing the Aladdin product through engagement and education, and work closely with Aladdin clients to be their trusted consultant, problem solver and business partner – to take full advantage of Aladidn. This is a client facing role and the associate will be expected to build deep partnerships with the clients to build highly effective relationships to understand and solve problems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Own relationships with key client stakeholders to understand their business objectives and needs and help them use Aladdin expertise to achieve their firm’s goals.
• Understand the client’s business challenges and propose solutions leveraging Aladdin that drive value and adoption.
• Engage with clients to define key strategic and tactical initiatives, leveraging your internal network to oversee and execute cross-functional project solutions. 
• Assist clients in leveraging Aladdin to its fullest across the entire trade and portfolio lifecycle
• Build strong internal relationships within BlackRock Aladdin, and the wider BlackRock, in support of your clients
• Ensure client feedback on product is communicated to the Product Managers and is tracked through successful development and deployment.
• Keep updated on regulatory and operational industry trends to help your clients stay ahead of changing times
• Serve as a subject matter knowledge lead on multiple Aladdin workflows and processes
• Help Client Engagement leads with harvesting and onboarding additional client business by coordinating across product and sales teams
• The role demands technical proficiency and a robust comprehension of our Aladdin technology applications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in financial services or consulting, OR graduate level degree
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Economics, Accounting, Finance is preferred
• Strong interest in FinTech and the Asset Management sector
• Familiarity with buy-side investment management, accounting or middle-office workflows is preferred
• Working understanding of equity, fixed income and derivative markets and their operational workflows. Knowledge of alternative investments and their lifecycle is a plus
• A consultative approach to understanding client needs and a passion for solving problems
• Outstanding communication and the ability to present complex concepts simply and clearly to varying audiences
• Must have past demonstration of strong project management and leadership skills, and the ability to deliver large complex projects

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with SQL, UNIX, VBA , C++, PERL, Python, AI, BI Tools (Tableau, PowerBI) or similar tools, and/or Aladdin
• CFA, FRM, CIMA, or CAIA certification

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.