Associate - Implementation Specialist

About this role

About BlackRock

BlackRock is a global asset manager and technology provider. Our purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. We help millions of people invest to build savings that serve them throughout their lives. We make investing easier and more affordable. We advance sustainable investing because our conviction is it delivers better outcomes for investors. We contribute to a more resilient economy that benefits more people.

Together with our clients, we’re contributing to a more equitable and resilient world – today and for generations to come. That’s why, we’re asking bigger questions – of ourselves, our industry, and the world at large. Questions that challenge convention and give rise to new thinking. Because the bigger questions we ask, the bigger actions we can take. 

For more information visit www.blackrock.com

Business Overview

Data & Analytics Solutions (DS) within Aladdin Data is responsible for data stewardship, technical configurations, day-to-day user support and overall client experience of Aladdin's Data and Analytics enterprise platform - a utility-grade data factory & service toolkit that meets the diverse needs of the Aladdin community.  The team partners with operations, engineering and AI Labs to enable platform transformation, grow the enterprise data asset catalog, develop institutional data domain knowledge, enhance data quality intelligence, expand data solutions capabilities and implement new clients and businesses onto the platform. Through direct engagement and partnership with vendors and the business, the team helps ensure our Aladdin Data organization continues to maximize the client experience and business values in the evolving market while undergoing transformational changes

Role Description

The Production Solutions within Data & Analytics Solutions is responsible for the technical configuration required to onboard new clients to Aladdin’s Data & Analytics enterprise platform as well as facilitating updates to the operating environment for current users.  The team interacts with stakeholders to understand business process needs to design & build solutions that are scalable, repeatable and integrated with various data sources to meet enterprise-wide self-service needs. 

The Production Solutions team is a growing function that consists of skilled business analysts that apply standard BA tech niches – armed with knowledge of BlackRocks organization, process & technology – to execute on a wide range of assignments.  The team is seeking an implementation specialist to support the rapidly growing BlackRock & Aladdin client pipeline.  You will apply your experience and in-depth understanding of Aladdin’s Data & Analytics platform capabilities to design and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.  You will be responsible for the technical design, build and installation of our platform in close collaboration with partner teams such as BlackRock Solutions (BRS) and end users directly.  You will also be expected to serve as a feedback loop with our partners in Data Operations Engineering (DOE) to continuously enrich analytic capabilities in order to deliver best-in-class solutions for BlackRock and the Aladdin client community.  The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys shifting challenges and ambiguous environments, thinks creatively, possesses the confidence to have an opinion, takes the initiative and thrives under scrutiny and tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day vendor data configuration requirements of new and existing clients on our Data & Analytics Platform – includes things like plotting key milestones, handling action items, coordinating with stakeholder departments, etc.

• Contribute to all aspects of rolling out multiple concurrent new indices, across various assets and strategies in Aladdin. This includes vendor data acquisition, data mapping and normalization, process testing and automation, and quality control.

• Provide high quality client services externally and internally

• Address inquiries and resolve problems from external clients and internal BlackRock partners.

• Understand risk analytics of fixed income, equity and alternatives products

• Analyze index methodologies, collaborate with vendors, and build custom solutions for the business

• Initiate and drive Index platform improvements to support new business needs, drive down risk, and improve quality.

• Act as Business Analyst and Project Manager responsible for detailing client requirements, assessing potential solutions, and ensuring key achievements are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, with preference to business fields such as Finance or Economics, or technical degrees such as Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.

• A "Student of the Markets" mentality: Intellectually curious with a passion for learning about the global financial markets and the investment management business.

• Relentless desire for understanding how processes work. Creativity in solving unconventional problems, entrepreneurial drive to learn new skills and technologies.

• Strong critical thinking and demonstratable experience using technology to solve problems at scale

• Track record of successfully handling and completing large and complex projects

• An outstanding teammate able to work in an innovative, ambitious, and fast paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with an ability to connect across different functions and levels to convey complex concepts simply and clearly.

• Basic knowledge of SQL preferred. Knowledge of UNIX and Python is a plus.

• Knowledgeable in fixed income, equity and derivative instruments is a plus.

• 4-8 years of shown experience, preferably in financial services.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

For Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$95,000.00 - USD$127,500.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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

BlackRock’s 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 children’s 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. It’s why we’re 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: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

 

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.