About this role
About this role
Your group
Investment & Portfolio Solutions (IPS) is a key part of BlackRock’s Global Product Solutions. We partner with clients across EMEA, from Wealth and Asset Managers to Pension Funds and Insurance Companies across the spectrum of their whole portfolio needs.For clients who manage their own portfolios, the group providesmarket and portfolioinsightsto help support decisions around asset allocation, portfolioconstructionand implementation. For clients looking to outsource portfolio management, the group supports the development and delivery of Model Portfolio Solutions across the region.
Your team
The EMEA Portfolio Consulting team works closely with clients to help them achieve their desired portfolio outcomes usingthe fullrange of BlackRockproducts and solutionsacross both liquid and illiquid investment vehicles. Our team is made up of experts in portfolio construction and financial markets that are powered by BlackRock’s Risk Platform, Aladdin®. The teamassistsinvestors in understanding the risks and unique characteristics of their existing portfolios and delivers portfolio insights designed to help clients make better investment decisions and build stronger and more resilient portfolios over time. Additionally, we collaborate with clients to develop new investment strategies and solutions.
Alongside bespoke client consulting work, the team also contributes to broader portfolio insight generation across EMEA. This includes supporting scalable content, thematic research and portfolio insights used across commercial campaigns, product innovation discussions and strategic initiatives across both Wealth and Institutional channels.
Team accomplishments are celebratedcollectivelyand the success of the broader team is prioritised above individual recognition. We value collaboration, intellectualcuriosityanda strong teamfirst culture, where individuals are encouraged to support one another, share ideas openly and contribute beyond their immediate responsibilities. The teamoperatesin a highly collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed, contributions are recognised and colleagues are empowered to learn from one another and grow together.
Your role and impact
Seekingan enthusiastic and quantitatively minded Portfolio Strategist, the team is looking for an Associate to join the IPS Consulting Team in London. The successful candidate will work closely with Senior Portfolio Strategists to analyse and consult on client investment propositions while also contributing to broader portfolio insights and commercial initiatives across the business.
The role ispredominantly focusedon portfolio analysis and portfolio construction, while also supporting insight generation and thematic research across the platform. The successful candidate should have a demonstrable ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and be comfortable presenting to stakeholders.
Situated in afast pacedenvironment, this role will give significant exposure to both BlackRock’s client and investment businesses as well as a fantastic platform to learn about portfolio analytics, constructiontechniquesand investment strategy.Thesuccessful candidate should be comfortable stepping up to engage directly with clients and contributing more broadly to insight generation across the platform.
Your responsibilities
Work with the Consulting and Sales teams to evaluate,evolveor construct portfolios tailored to each individual client while running portfolio analytics and interpreting results within the context of market conditions and clientobjectives
Support the generation of scalable portfolio insights, thematicresearchand investment content for internal and external stakeholders, including materials used across commercial campaigns and strategic initiatives.
Stay up to date with the latest macroeconomic developments and investment management industry trends.
Partner with multiple teams across the organisation including InvestmentStrategy, BlackRock Investment Institute and Product teams in the execution of joint research and insight generation work.
Analyse portfolio and market trends to helpidentifycommercial opportunities, investmentthemesand areas of strategic focus.
Understand the business to devise both short term andlong terminnovations across technologyandbusiness
Work closely with thein businesstechnologygroupto help enhance the technology platform and improve the scalability of portfolio analytics and insight generation.
We are looking for candidates who bring:
Strong understanding of financial markets, including drivers of return,riskand portfolio construction techniques.
Relevantexperience at associate level (typically 3–5 years) in an analytical, research,strategyor consulting role, with experience working with or analysing portfolios and using data to generate clear, actionable insight.
Ability to interpret quantitative analysis and communicate technical concepts in a clear and commercially relevant manner.
Flexible and open to accepting new challenges with the ability to work effectively across multiple projects in a dynamic and evolving environment whilemaintainingstrong attention to detail.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset andstrong teamfirst approach. The successful candidate should be a supportive teammate who contributes positively to team culture and works effectively across a broad range of stakeholders.
Exposure to financial data platforms such as Aladdin, Bloomberg, Morningstar or FactSet, or experience working with similar analytical tools.
Additionally, you may bring:
Prior experience with risk management or portfolio construction systems such as Barra, Axioma or Aladdin.
Strong understanding of investment management data and experience accessing and analysing data to support research and portfolio insights.
Prior experience in macroeconomics, investmentstrategyor portfolio management.
Programming skills including Python, R,Matlabor VBA.
Experience producing investment research, thematiccontentor portfolio insight materials.
Second language skillssuch asFrench, German, Spanish,SwedishorArabic
IMC,CFA, FRM, CQF or CAIA qualifications.
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
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.
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