About this role
About the BlackRock Returner Program
The Returner Program is designed to encourage and support a return to full-time work through a six-month paid Returnship starting in September 2026. The returner program acts as a feeder to full-time permanent employment (subject to individual performance and market conditions).
How we will support you:
We will offer a variety of employee networks to help you integrate into the business and culture.
Provide mentorship, a buddy and peer support for your day-to-day questions and development.
Eligibility criteria:
A career break of at least 24 months (no upper limit). During your career break you may have been working small-scale around other commitments or have not done any paid work.
You have the right to work in the UK to apply for the program.
Job background
Do you want to shape the future of financial technology?
The Aladdin Platform team is responsible for engineering and operating the core service layer that powers Aladdin, the central nervous system powering the investment decisions of both BlackRock and its clients, and a $1bn technology business that has significant growth aspirations over the next five years. As the pace of growth of Aladdin accelerates, we are dedicated to the speed of product delivery, predictability in execution, and quality. Our Product Management Office sits within Platform, and supports our engineering community by delivering well-defined products with clear roadmaps and efficient and reliable delivery.
Primary Responsibilities
As a Product Manager within Platform, you will be responsible for driving the transformation and delivery of services and capabilities that support Aladdin. You will define and own the product vision, roadmap, and success metrics, and will build relationships to develop a community of internal teams and senior leaders to influence prioritisation and execution alignment.
Desired Skills And Experience
Product or programme management experience of 2 years, leading all aspects of development from vision to delivery and adoption.
Technical understanding of SDLC, DevOps, ServiceNow or similar
Can navigate ambiguity with ease
Experience in defining specific features at a detailed level and delivering technology implementations using agile development methodologies.
Demonstrates strong teamwork values and an ability to work as part of a geographically diverse team.
Communicates effectively, shares compelling stories with senior leaders, and encourages teams to envision new possibilities.
Strong analytical approach and ability to use sound data and logic to make compelling arguments.
A bias toward action and a proven track record of delivering at rapid speed.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (Computer Science or Engineering preferred)
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
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.
BlackRock Edinburgh, Scotland Office
Exchange Place 1, Semple Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, United Kingdom, EH3 8BL
