Associate, Investment Product Strategy Equities

About this role

Overview

BlackRocks Index Equity Business manages $7.25 trillion in global index equity assets across US Equities Developed Markets Emerging Markets Commodities and REITs.

BlackRock is the leading provider of ETFs in the world. With a global footprint strong client orientation and an innovative product range. iShares operates over 1200 ETFs the broadest range of ETF investment options in the industry offering exposure to virtually the entire investable universe. Differing product lines provide efficient exposure across equities fixed income real estate and commodities as well as strategies such as smart beta and sustainable investing.

The Index Equity Business is also responsible for approximately $3.24 trillion in Index Equity products in Institutional Index Business that are non-iShares vehicles (pooled funds separately managed accounts and mutual funds) resulting in the ability to offer investors the industrys broadest array of investment choices. Our clients include corporate pension plans public pension plans central banks sovereign wealth funds foundations & endowments and other institutional investors.

Position Overview

As a strategist for the Americas Index Equity Strategy team the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Institutional Index business growth in the Americas. They will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and delivering the best of Index Equity and BlackRock. The team coordinates closely with other BlackRock investment and distribution teams to deliver integrated solutions to meet each institutional clients unique needs.

The responsibilities of the Strategy team span across product development research client service product positioning reporting and education across Index Equitys full offerings including commingled funds separate accounts mutual funds and iShares. This individual will support domestic international and real estate equities commodities factors and sustainable strategies across both Institutional and iShares channels.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing service and support to Index Equity global clients and prospects. This will include responding to day-to-day client requests pricing new business completing RFPs/RFIs and other questionnaires and assisting with the maintenance of business metrics.
• Build and maintain product marketing materials client presentations and customized analyses that articulate strategy objectives characteristics performance and relevant competitive advantages.
• Advise clients on all aspects of portfolio strategy including portfolio management trading transitions and securities lending. Articulate competitive advantages to clients.
• Assist in the development of new product ideas.
• Form relationships with various BlackRock groups to support the Index Equity business including other teams of product specialists distribution channels and operational teams as needed.
• Work closely with business leaders within Index Equity and across BlackRock to identify commercial opportunities and deliver the full power of BlackRock to our clients.
• Build and maintain consultative relationships with large pension foundation and endowment clients and prospects.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Finance Economics similar field or relevant experience. CFA or progress towards a CFA recommended.
• 4 years experience at a top financial institution preferably within a large integrated investment management firm in a client facing capacity.
• Demonstrated success in client service and an aptitude for business development in an institutional setting.
• The ability to build grow and maintain strong relationships with diverse sets of internal and external clients.
• Ability to navigate collaborate and leverage resources within a large complex financial services organization.
• Ability to influence and lead effectively across regions functions and teams without direct authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a requirement.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills required (Excel PowerPoint Word).
• A strong understanding of Portfolio Management and Trading a plus.
• Role will require candidate to obtain regulatory licenses Series 7 and 63.

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.

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