Director, Solutions Engineering Lead, APAC
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10 hours ago
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Job Summary
About this role
BlackRock is a global leader in investment risk and advisory services combining deep intellectual capital sophisticated risk analytics and advanced investment technology to support institutional and individual investors worldwide. At its core is Aladdina unified operating system for investment managers spanning public and private markets globally.Aladdin brings together comprehensive deal and portfolio management trading operations and risk capabilities on a single platform to enable informed decisionmaking effective risk oversight efficient execution operating modelflexibilityand scale.
The Aladdin Solutions Engineering (SE)leverages deep product markets and workflowexpertiseto design and present bestinclass solutions for prospective clients. SE plays a pivotal role in articulating how Aladdins integrated capabilities address client operating model challenges across asset managers insurers pension funds sovereign wealth funds and alternative addition to leading presentations workflow translation and technical diligence the team produces specialized content research and competitive insights that elevate business development engagements and increase the probability of commercial success.
We are seeking a senior leader to run the Aladdin Solutions Engineering across APAC. This role blends technical leadership commercial partnership and regional strategy with responsibility forsetting upthe APAC SE vision and drivinghigh-quality consultative engagement that accelerates Aladdin adoption across the region. The ideal candidate brings deep investment and platformexpertise credibility with senior institutional stakeholders strongoperating modelfluency and the ability to lead and inspire highly skilled teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead develop and scale the APAC Solutions Engineering team fostering a culture of excellence accountability and continuous improvement.
Partner closely with APAC Business Development to design and execute a cohesive regionwide strategy including pipeline prioritization commercial planning and client engagement models.
Serve as the senior technical voice for the regionrepresentingAPAC client needs market dynamics and competitive signals to global product and leadership forums.
Own the technical components of complex multi-stakeholder enterprise sales cyclesfrom early discovery through solution design demonstrations POCs and technical diligence.
Deliver sophisticatedworkflow-orienteddemonstrations tailored to investment risk operations and technology teams across client organizations.
Use a consultative selling approach to diagnose operating model challenges and align Aladdins integratedfront-to-backcapabilities with client strategicobjectives.
Build trustedlong-termrelationships with senior client stakeholders (e.g. CIO CTO COO Heads of Desks) positioning Aladdin as a strategic partner in transformation.
Collaborate deeply with Business Development Product Legal/Commercial Data and Implementation teams to ensure unified highquality client engagement throughout the commercial lifecycleand channel structured client and market feedback toappropriate partners influencing roadmap priorities and solution enhancements.
Maintaina deepunderstanding of regional trends across investment processes portfolio construction risk management private markets market structure and regulatory developments.
Represent Aladdin and BlackRock externally at client sessions industry conferences workshops and executive forums.
Skills & Qualifications
10 years of experience in investment management enterprise investment technology or financial markets ideally across OMS/EMS portfolio management systemsrisk systemsor private markets platforms.
Strong understanding offront-to-backinvestment workflows risk processes portfolio construction trading operations and technology architectures.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complexity and craft compelling narratives for executives and technical audiences alike.
Strong analytical andproblem-solvingcapabilities withdemonstratedability to diagnose client challenges and architecthigh impactsolutions.
Proven success partnering with sales teams on complex enterprise technology deals.
Self-startercomfortable operating infast pacedmulti-culturalenvironments;strongteammanagement andleadership skills.
Organized diligent and committed to excellence in client engagement and internal execution
Deep passion for financial markets and technology.
Preferred
Languages: Strong Englishproficiencyessential;additionalAsian language(s) a benefit.
Experience leading or scaling presales or solutions engineering teams.
Certifications such as CFA FRM CAIA or similar.
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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Director
Key Skills
- Go
- Lean
- Management Experience
- React
- Node.js
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Research & Development
- Software Development
- Team Management
- GraphQL
- Leadership Experience
About Company
BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of investment management. Find out more information here.
