Associate, Technical Product Manager

BlackRock

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London - UK

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Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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AladdinPortfolio ManagementProduct -Technical Product Manager

BlackRock is the worlds leading asset managementfirmand Aladdin is the central nervous system for investment professionals to see their whole portfolio understand risk exposure and act with precision. It is a $1BN technology business that has significant growth aspirations over the next five years. Being a part of BlackRock means being a part of a community of smart results-oriented people who are pursuing some of the worlds most sophisticated financial challenges. And our founder-led culture hasmaintainedits results-oriented feel we workhardwe work as a team and we work with purpose. Being a member of Aladdin Product means working with the best in the industry to build innovative products that shape financial markets.

Sitting at the intersection of business design and technology the Aladdin Product Management team works closely with developers designers researchers data scientists and other stakeholders to innovate conceptualize design and pilot new capabilities across the investment lifecycle. As a Technical Product Manager you will help define product vision and lead day-to-day execution of the roadmap with a strong focus on user experience platform APIs and AI-enabled capabilities. There are many strategic areas that need exploration evaluation and prioritization while in parallel ensuring that the tactical needs for continuing to deliver high-quality products are met.

You are:

  • Passionate about buildingtechnical user-centered solutionsin close partnership with engineering and UX/UI teams

  • A self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems that deepen understanding of end users and their workflows

  • Comfortable translating user needs intoscalable APIs data models and platform capabilities

  • AI-curious and AI-practical: you actively use AI tools to accelerate discovery writing analysis and experimentation and can distinguish durable product value from one-off demos

  • Curious to learn new skills and willing to embrace work outside of your comfort zone

  • Comfortable challenging the status quo and using your entrepreneurial spirit to createnew solutions

  • A team player energized by working in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment

We are:

  • Passionate about building innovative intuitive products that meet the needs of our clients

  • Building AI-enabled capabilities responsibly with a strong focus on trust governance and measurable outcomes

  • Comfortable challenging the status quo and continuously improving how we deliver value

  • Curious about financial markets design systems and the evolving technology ecosystem

  • Results-oriented and metrics-driven

  • Committed to fostering a purpose-driven culture and working horizontally to break down silos

Skills / Qualifications:

  • 2 years of experience in product management business analysis or client-facing roles involving the delivery of technology products in B2B or B2C environments

  • Working knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (JavaScript Angular React) to collaborate effectively with engineering teams

  • Demonstrated experience partnering withUX/UI designerson interaction design workflow optimization and usability testing

  • Comfort working withAPIs and data in product contexts including reading API specifications understanding request/response patterns authentication rate limits and failure modes

  • Ability to reason about system integrations data models (structured and unstructured) and their impact on user experience

  • Hands-on comfort using AI tools in daily product work (e.g. research synthesis drafting requirements competitive analysis) withappropriate judgmentand confidentiality

  • Familiarity with AI product patterns and risks including model limitations evaluation approaches and human-in-the-loop design

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a bias for action

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly

  • Ability to make data-driven decisions and deliver results quickly

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science Engineering Economics Finance or equivalent practical experience

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Partner with teams across Aladdinand interact with senior stakeholdersto drive strategic product decisions that accelerate the platforms evolution

  • Define and document detailed product requirements includingUX flows API contracts and data interfaces

  • Collaborate closely with design to ensure products are intuitive consistent and aligned with Aladdin design standards

  • Identifyopportunities whereAI can improve user workflows(e.g. insight generation explanation automation natural-language interaction) and ensure thoughtful transparent application

  • Attend and help manage agile development rituals such as stand-ups planning demos and retrospectives

  • Develop prioritize andmaintainproduct roadmaps; provide regular updates on progress and deliverables

  • Maintain and manage product backlogs and tooling (e.g. Aha!) across the program

  • Keep abreast of the competitive landscape emerging technologies and opportunities for partnership

  • Become a subject matter expert and provide technical and productexpertiseto internal stakeholders sales teams and clients

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

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 race religion sex sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.


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