BlackRock

Associate, Strategic Initiatives (Italian)

BlackRock  •  London, GB (Remote)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

About this role

We are seeking a high-performing Associate to lead and execute strategic initiatives across Aladdin Wealth. This role sits at the center of the platform’s growth agenda, working closely with senior leadership toidentify, shape, and deliver high-impact projects spanning product strategy, partnerships, client growth, and new ventures.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical horsepower with structured thinking, ownership mindset, and the ability to drive initiatives from concept through execution in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Initiatives Leadership

  • Own and drivethe execution of our Digital Distribution strategyend-to-end (including and not limited tomarket expansion, platform enhancements, KPI definition)
  • Translate broad strategicobjectivesinto clear workplans, milestones, and deliverables
  • Coordinate across product, engineering, sales, and external partners to ensure execution

2. Strategy Development

  • Support development of Aladdin WealthDigital Distribution’s medium- and long-term strategy
  • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and client segmentation to inform decisions
  • Build business cases and investment theses for new opportunities

3. Partnerships & Ecosystem

  • Identifyand evaluate potential strategic partnerships (fintechs, data providers, distribution partners)
  • Support deal structuring, commercial negotiations, and partnership execution
  • Monitor andoptimizeperformance of existing partnerships

4. Senior Stakeholder Engagement

  • Prepare materials for senior leadership (including executive-level presentations)
  • Communicate insights and recommendations clearly and concisely
  • Act as a thought partner to leadership on key strategic questions

5. Performance Tracking & Insights

  • Define successmetrics for strategic initiatives and track progress against KPIs
  • Build dashboards and reporting frameworks to inform decision-making
  • Identifyrisks, bottlenecks, and opportunities for acceleration

Qualifications & Experience

  • 3–6 years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity, or a strategy role within financial services / fintech
  • Italian or Spanish bi-lingual is highly preferred
  • Strong academic background from a top-tier university
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex projects or workstreams independently
  • Experience in wealth management, asset management, or fintech is highly desirable

Skills & Competencies

  • Structured problem-solving:Ability to break down ambiguous problems into actionable insights
  • Execution focus:Proven ability to deliver outcomes, not just recommendations
  • Analytical strength:Advanced Excel / financial modeling; comfort with data analysis
  • Communication:Clear, concise storytelling (strongPowerPointproficiencyisa must)
  • Stakeholder management:Ability to influence acrossfunctions and seniority levels
  • Entrepreneurial mindset:Comfortable operating in evolving, fast-paced environments

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

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.

BlackRock

About BlackRock

BlackRock is a global asset manager and technology provider dedicated to helping more and more people experience financial well-being.

We help millions of people invest to build savings that serve them throughout their lives. We always start with our clients’ needs and look to offer them more quality choices for how and where to invest their money.

Our global investments platform offers our clients access to the world’s markets while making investing easier and more affordable. And with offices in more than 40 countries, our global expertise helps them navigate changing markets to stay ahead of the curve.

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Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
1988
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