Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions Physical Equity (Vice PresidentDirector)
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About this role
Being part of BlackRock means joining a community of experienced ambitious professionals working on some of the worlds most complex financial challenges. Our founder-led culture continues to feel entrepreneurial we work with pace purpose and a strong commitment todelivering forour clients.
BlackRocks Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) businessis the investment groupat the heart of the firms portfolio construction asset allocation and active management ecosystem. MASSdraws on BlackRocks full toolkit ofindex factor and alpha-seeking capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and differentiatedalphainsights.With more than 600 investment professionals MASS combines sophisticated asset allocationexpertise thorough risk management extensive market insights and industrial scale implementation capabilities to develop whole portfolio solutions for wealth and institutional clients.MASS currently manages over $2.5 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in London New York San Francisco and Asia Pacific.
TeamOverview
The MASS Portfolio Management teamis responsible fora broad range of portfolio management activities acrossmulti-assetand sustainable equity mandates and solutions. The team includes approximately 100 portfolio managers globally with strong regional alignment reflecting key investingcentresofexpertise. In close partnership with colleagues across the platform the team designs manages and analyses globalmulti-assetportfolios for institutional and retail clients. The team also works closely with CIOs model managers and researchers on portfolio construction and new business design contributes to investment research oversees implementation anddrives the enhancement ofthe portfolio management operating platform.
Position Overview
We are looking for an experiencedportfolio managerto join theMASS Portfolio Managementteamwith a specialist focus onmanagingdirectphysical equityholdingsheldwithinbroadermulti-asset/ OCIOmandatesorwrappedas bespoke fund offeringsandactive ETFs.
The role involvesworking as part of a global teamresponsible for USDc.55bninvested across arange ofequitystrategiesspanning active systematic investmentthrough todiscretionarythematicbasketsand Sharia investing.The team works closely withresearchers fromthe BlackRock SustainableInvesting (BSI) research team to construct customsystematicequity portfolios usingproprietarysustainableinvestingsignal sets as well aswith researchersfromacrossthewiderMASS Alpha Strategies platformto implementboth systematic and discretionary views on equity markets throughdiscretionarythematic /completion basketsas well assystematic signal sets.
This role offers meaningful scope to shapethe future of our physical equityinvestmentplatformwithin MASS. We welcome applicants who are intellectually curious thoughtful in their approach and motivated to improve how work gets done. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail sound judgment and the ability to build effective relationships across teams while thriving in a dynamic collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a seniorPMfor the MASS Physical Equity book-designing constructing and managing physical equity portfolios and sleeves; supporting new business opportunities; and helping to develop the platform technology and processes needed tooperateeffectively at scale across a global team.
Lead day-to-day portfolio management activities including implementing investment strategies managing client flows overseeing FX hedging and rebalancing and monitoring portfolio positioning performance and risk.
Ensure mandates are managed in line with performanceobjectives investment guidelines risk parameters and applicable regulatory requirements.
Drive innovation in the use of Aladdin portfolio management tools and related automation capabilities including citizen coding to improve and scale investment processes and portfolio management decision-making.
Collaborate with researchers strategists and investors across MASS and BlackRock to develop investment capabilities and processes that support consistent alpha generation.
Establish strong governance and shared methodologies for portfolio construction and implementation across multiple investment processes and products within MASS.
Experience / Qualifications
7yearsexperiencein global activesystematicportfolio managementor a closely related role with a strong interest in single-name equity investing.Deepunderstanding of portfolio construction andoptimisationunder a range of constraints is important. Familiarity with ESG signals and regulationswould bebeneficial.
Experience managing equity instruments and equity derivativespreferred as well as FXhedgesfor global mandates with developed and emerging market exposure. Knowledge of corporate actions processing and equity trading conventions such as round lots and stamp taxes is valuable.
Ability tomanageworkflows and projects across a team of portfolio managers set a clear direction for evolving tools and processes and represent team priorities with internal partners. A proactive approach to building team capabilities sharingknowledgeand adapting to changing business needs will be important.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability toidentifyinvestment and operational challenges and develop practical solutions.
Strong analytical and risk-management skills supported by a systems-oriented mindset. Technical skills such as Python Tableau and SQLare strongly preferred.
Careful attention to detail with the ability to stay focused across a broad range of portfolio types and activities.
Strong communicationand relationship-building skills.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a highly collaborative global team.
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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock AI has long been part of how we work enhancing decision-making improving operations and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn prepare and work more effectively; but during our interview process we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences thinking and judgment. To support you weve provided guidanceon when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
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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BlackRock 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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