Index Operations, Data Platforms and Security, BIS, Vice President
Job Summary
About this role
About this role
Elevate your career by joining the worlds largest asset manager! Would you thrive in an environment that fosters positive relationships and recognizes outstanding performance We know how important it is to feel valued every single day and be recognized for your contribution. At BlackRock we strive to empower our employees and effectively engage your involvement in our success. With over $14trillionofassetswe have an outstanding responsibility: our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement pay for college buy a home and improve their financial well-being.
About BlackRock Index Services
BlackRock Index Services (BIS) is responsible for the design development and administration of Fixed Income Multi-Asset and Equity indices used by both internal and external clients. Our success hinges on producing and supporting highly accurate best-of-breed indices.
BIS is looking for an experiencedLead BusinessAnalyst tojoin the team to help design implement and support ourEquity Fixed Income & Multi-Asset Index business.
Role Responsibilities
As aVPwithin BlackRock Index Services you will be responsible for helping the team build outourEquity Fixed Income & Multi-Asset Indexing capabilities. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
Collaborate with engineering teams to define platform requirementsfor the creation and maintenance ofEquity Fixed Income & Multi-Assetindices
Contribute to the design & implementation of automated Production workflows and systems to meet product delivery SLAs
Ensure that all production processes runon timewith zero errors
Developthe Data Governanceframework forIndex Methodologies
Collaborate with Research team for developing Index Methodologies
Assist with creation and onboarding of newIndexproducts.
Establish partnerships with internal clients to define best-in-classIndex requirements
Ensure thatIndices calculated daily adhere torespectiveIndexMethodologies
Leverage external providers to researchbest sources of data for index creation
Perform testing of in-house software and external vendor products
Trackcorporate actions taking place within theEquity& Fixed Incomemarkets and ensure indices are handling events properly
Validate Corporate Actions data by analyzing Vendor Data Feeds Exchange & SEC/Regulatory filingsandPress Releases
Plan & manage the work for a team ofBusinessAnalysts
QualificationsExperience& Skills
Bachelors Degree is required with preference to business fields such as Finance Accounting or Economics and technical areas such as Computer Science Information Systems or Engineering.
Proven experience of8to12years in the financial services industry.
A Student of the Markets mentality: Intellectually curious with a passion for learning about the global financial markets and the investment management business.
Candidate must possess and demonstrate strong understanding of financial markets equity markets in particular
Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical writing skills
Knowledge of SQL UNIX Python would be a plus; desire to expand technical expertise preferred.
Candidates with experience in managing & curating Fundamental Data Market Data Income Statement Data ESG Data will be preferred
Understanding of SEC 10K and equivalent filings is desirable
Experiencewith Equity & Fixed Income data feeds provided by Refinitiv/ Bloomberg/Factset/ ICE is highly desirable
Candidates with prior experience withleadingIndex providers will be 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
BlackRocks 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 childrens 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. Its why were 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: 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.
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About Company
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