Aladdin Business, Client Engagement, Front Office Value Delivery, Associate

Aladdin Business Client Engagement Front Office Value Delivery Associate

The Aladdin Client Engagement (ACE) group manages the partnerships formed with each BlackRock Solutions client and is the trusted advisor problem solver and business partner to Aladdin clients. They are the key point of contact and are charged with driving deepening and growing the relationship over time through product and analytics knowledge. The Client Manager is highly focused on understanding the needs and evolving priorities of client organisations and on providing analytical and investment process solutions that leverage the capabilities of the entire BlackRock Solutions organization.

Are you a highly motivated professional interested in building a career in Fintech Technology Do you want to be part of a team that shapes and improves our clients investment processes Can you deliver in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges If this sounds like you then join the Aladdin business.

As a member of one of BlackRocks fastest growing areas you will have the commercial and client-facing skillset to work on the complete investment lifecycle leveraging cutting edge technology to help some of the largest institutions and investors in the world.

In this role you will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to our clients driving to identify understand and solve complex analytical problems

• Own relationships with client teams to understand their business objectives and needs and help them use Aladdin expertise to achieve their firms goals

• Drive engagement campaigns with end users and go-to market strategies to increase Aladdin penetration and commercial outcomes within assigned client segments

• Build strong internal relationships within the Aladdin Business and the wider BlackRock in support of your clients

• Develop a deep understanding of your clients business objectives and help leverage Aladdin expertise to achieve their organizations goals

• Provide impactful solutions combining investment lifecycle expertise with your knowledge of financial markets

• Work closely with Aladdin product managers developers and financial modelers to further the value proposition of the Aladdin platform

We have:

• The feel of a start-up with the backing of the worlds largest asset manager

• A dynamic environment with professional growth opportunities and a welcoming employee culture

• Sophisticated clients who call on our expertise to achieve strategic objectives ranging from streamlining workflows to implementing creative and innovative solutions

• An organization that prides itself on delivering a superior user experience

You have:

• Experience with buy-side investment management workflows and familiarity with portfolio managers styles tools and processes

• Experience in executing projects

• A working knowledge of risk data analytics and client reporting processes acquired either through direct experience or in a consulting capacity

• Familiarity with capital markets instruments (equities fixed income derivatives) including private markets such as private equity infrastructure real assets etc.

• A consultative approach to understanding client needs and a passion for solving problems combined with a commercial mindset and drive for revenue generating opportunities

• Strong interest in technology with prior knowledge of databases and an aptitude for learning new systems

• A self-starter mindset and drive to succeed in a fast-paced high-intensity environment working as part of a multi-disciplinary global team

• Emotional ownership pride in what you do and a strong team ethos

• 2-5 years of experience in Financial Services Technology Consulting or Buy Side firm

You may have:

• Understanding of data interfacing e.g. APIs SFTPs

• A working knowledge of SQL UNIX VBA R Python or similar and/or Aladdin

• CFA FRM or other professional qualifications

• Direct portfolio management risk or trading experience

• Proficiency in German/Dutch is a bonus