About this role
Fundamental Equities
Fundamental Equities (FE) sits within BlackRock’s Portfolio Management Group (PMG). The business provides a global investment platform offering BlackRock clients a comprehensive range of actively managed, high conviction equity strategies.
FE’s global hybrid research model emphasizes the strength of an independent team approach with the benefits of platform-wide collaboration and connectivity. Company-level engagement and rigorous research underpin our investment teams’ deep domain expertise and lead to high conviction portfolios that aim to generate alpha for our clients.
Fundamental Equity Core Portfolio Manager, APAC
This is an Associate Core Portfolio Manager role within BlackRock’s Fundamental Equity business. Based in Taipei, the role will primarily provide regional Core PM support across FE APAC, including Taiwan, Japan, Australia and Hong Kong. The role combines daily, market-sensitive portfolio implementation and control responsibilities with broader regional projects. A secondary, but material, focus will be the development of technology-enabled solutions for the Core PM platform, requiring strong technical capability, proficiency in Python and the practical application of AI tools to improve investment workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of FE APAC investment processes, strategies, vehicles and markets, with a primary focus on supporting teams in Taiwan, Japan, Australia and Hong Kong.
- Support the implementation of equity, derivative and FX orders across a range of active strategies, partnering with portfolio managers and global trading desks to target accurate and efficient execution.
- Proactively monitor portfolios, cash, exposures and implementation outcomes to support investment intent and maintain effective governance and controls.
- Provide flexible regional coverage for daily Core PM activities, market events, new mandates and cross-platform initiatives, working independently and collaboratively across APAC time zones.
- Design, develop and maintain robust technology solutions for Core PM workflows using Python, Aladdin applications/APIs, data tools and appropriate software development practices.
Skills/Competencies
- Apply AI tools and agents in a controlled and practical manner to streamline workflows, improve insight generation, enhance scalability and reduce manual operational risk.
- Collaborate with regional and global Core PM colleagues, Technology and Citizen Developer communities to prototype, test, document and scale reusable solutions.
- Interact regularly with key stakeholders including portfolio managers, product strategists, global trading, client businesses, risk and operational support teams.
- Communicate clearly and work effectively both independently and as part of a global team across multiple markets and time zones.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize concurrent market-sensitive responsibilities and longer-term development work.
- A solutions-oriented mindset with a high level of ownership, curiosity, initiative and attention to detail.
Knowledge/Experience
- Relevant experience in a finance, investment or technology role. A degree in business, finance, computing, engineering, data science or financial engineering would be a strong advantage.
- Strong interest in equity markets and the investment process. Experience of portfolio implementation, trading workflows, investment operations or controls would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in Python, including data analysis, workflow automation and API integration, together with sound coding, testing and documentation practices.
- Hands-on experience with version control and collaborative development tools such as ADO or GitHub.
- Knowledge of data structures, databases and SQL, with the ability to build reliable data pipelines and work with large or complex datasets.
- Experience applying AI tools or agents to solve practical business problems, with an understanding of appropriate governance, validation and risk controls.
- Familiarity with Aladdin applications/APIs and data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI would be advantageous.
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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
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.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
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.
Skills Required
- Relevant experience in a finance, investment, or technology role
- Degree in business, finance, computing, engineering, data science, or financial engineering
- Strong interest in equity markets and investment processes
- Proficiency in Python, including data analysis, workflow automation, and API integration
- Sound coding, testing, and documentation practices
- Hands-on experience with version control and collaborative development tools such as ADO or GitHub
- Knowledge of data structures, databases, and SQL
- Ability to build reliable data pipelines and work with large or complex datasets
- Experience applying AI tools or agents to practical business problems
- Understanding of AI governance, validation, and risk controls
- Experience with portfolio implementation, trading workflows, investment operations, or controls
- Familiarity with Aladdin applications or APIs
- Experience with data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off (no fixed PTO bank) with manager approval is highlighted alongside separate sick and bereavement leave, signaling broad time-off options. Feedback suggests this high‑trust approach is a notable strength among large employers.
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Parental & Family Support — Gender‑neutral U.S. parental leave offers up to 16 weeks for primary caregivers and up to 4 weeks for non‑primary caregivers, plus a two‑week flexible return‑to‑work transition. Backup child/elder care, fertility/adoption/surrogacy assistance, and lactation support are also emphasized.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include 401(k)/retirement savings plans, financial counseling/education, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, complemented by programs like tuition assistance and student‑loan/college‑savings support where applicable. Feedback suggests these components form a strong financial‑wellness package.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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