Analyst, Data Client Services

About this role

BlackRock Aladdin Data is entrusted with maintaining all data integral to the investment decision process for BlackRock the house and our proprietary Aladdin® end-to-end investment platform. Aladdin Data closely partners with its stakeholders, such as Portfolio Management, Global Capital Markets, Relationship Management, Portfolio Compliance, Risk Analytics, Regulatory Reporting, and others, to ensure their business data needs are met accurately, timely, and efficiently.

The Aladdin Data philosophy is anchored on BlackRock’s cornerstone principles: Innovation, Fiduciary focus, Passion for Performance, Emotional Ownership, and the unified purpose of One BlackRock.

Through that lens, we strive to build value for our clients by understanding their needs, the markets, and using technology to create best in class solutions.

We are looking for a highly performing individual to join the Data Client Services team, which is a centralized group responsible for supporting Aladdin users with their queries regarding fixed income, equity, and alternatives products on the Aladdin Platform. We utilize our in-depth understanding of Aladdin and the investment management process to provide world-class customer service to our rapidly growing, global client base.

• Support client/user requests related to Green Package analytics. Answer /troubleshoot client’s investment related questions/inquiries on the data or workflows used to make investment decisions, e.g. VaR, Tracking Error, Risk models, etc.  
• Engage with end-users of the Green Package product from all levels within the company from Portfolio and Risk Managers to Operations teams.
•  Build strong working relationships with portfolio and risk managers, financial engineers and different analytics teams while communicating and explaining Aladdin and Green Package capabilities to internal clients
• Engage in Project work and partner with members of Aladdin data to think creatively and deliver innovative solutions to our complex client demands.
• Constantly evaluate our systems, processes, and procedures for inefficiencies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Be a ‘Student of the Markets’ by following the global markets daily to understand how macro-economic factors can affect the Green Package analytics and portfolios management’s risk and investment decisions.
• Use technology to solve problems – we will teach you the skills you need to succeed, such as maneuvering databases.

• Degree in Finance, Engineering or Technology would be preferred
• Knowledge of financial products in Fixed Income, Equities and Derivatives, and familiarity with Risk analytics such as Durations, Spreads, Beta and VaR is a plus
• Demonstrated technical ability to use SQL, UNIX and/or programming languages like Python
• Excellent problem-solving, critical-thinking skills and an ability to identify problems, design and articulate solutions and implement changes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be detail orientated and possess initiative
• Demonstrated success in a high-paced environment
• Positive attitude and a team player
• Always maintaining a strong Client focus

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.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.