Client Delivery, Aladdin Wealth Tech, Associate

About this role

Business Unit Overview

BlackRock Aladdin is uniquely positioned to address the industry’s risk management, portfolio construction and financial technology demands. The various business departments within Aladdin are focused on providing clients with highly scalable portfolio analytics, risk management, liability-driven investing, pension solutions, regulatory advice, and balance sheet strategy.

The Aladdin Wealth Tech team partners with wealth management clients to help them oversee their enterprise risk, build better portfolios, and enhance their value proposition to clients. This is achieved by leveraging risk analytics - powered by Aladdin® - to equip wealth management clients with model construction capabilities, risk monitoring tools, and portfolio construction & analytics

The Aladdin Wealth Tech team is responsible for leading the design and deployment of the Aladdin Wealth product for clients. Implementations are high profile initiatives which require team members to have senior level exposure and play an active role in transforming client organizations; a typical implementation is at least as much about implementing business transformation strategies as it is about technology. We help clients achieve challenging strategic objectives which range from streamlining operations to modernizing their overall investment and risk management processes. Aladdin’s implementation model is unique in that we take full responsibility for the client going live on our solution. This means that we develop a true partnership with our clients that continues well beyond implementation Go Live.

Position Description

The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team and take responsibility for servicing our clients across a range of activities including analytics support, product management, implementation of Aladdin capabilities, and delivery and training of Aladdin products. The role is dynamic by nature and will evolve over time as the business and industry continues to develop – an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in working at the intersection of Technology and Wealth Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical build of an Aladdin Wealth Implementations

  • Lead client calls and communications as a subject matter expert on the Aladdin Wealth product

  • Gain an in-depth knowledge of Aladdin functionality to ensure clients take full advantage of the suite of Aladdin capabilities.

  • Oversee the technical configuration and build of the Aladdin Wealth offering.

  • Convey client requirements and feedback to the Product development team to help shape the evolution of Aladdin.

• Manage the relationship with senior managers at our clients to support the adoption and on-going servicing of Aladdin Wealth.

• As a partner to internal Business Development and Relationship Management teams, be responsible for representing the Aladdin analytics platform to existing clients and prospects.

• Develop strategy and provide oversight and execution capacity for the technical delivery of Aladdin Wealth.

• Function as the internal representative for clients by driving alignment between the Aladdin Wealth offering and client risk and analytic needs

• Design and develop technical analysis for clients and support the development of core Aladdin models and risk systems

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess some combination of all the following:

• Education: four-year degree in a business or technical discipline

• Experience: seven to ten years of broad technical and/or financial services experience

• Language: Must be fluent in both English and Japanese

• Strong background in technology systems, risk management, analytics, and technical analysis

• Strong client management skills: ability to engage client stakeholders to understand and solve their most critical business challenges.

• Strong project management and coordination skills; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly to clients

• Experience within the Wealth Management industry is a plus

• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, SQL, R, Linux) are a plus

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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