Associate, Model Portfolio Solutions (MPS) Model Portfolio Strategist, Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS)
About this role
This role will be a key member of the BlackRock Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions – Model Portfolio Solutions Strategist team. The team works alongside Portfolio Managers and focuses on commercializing model portfolios for Financial Advisors and their clients.
The widespread adoption of Model Portfolios is one of the most significant evolutions in the Wealth Management industry over the last decade! As the industry drives towards greater simplicity, clarity, cost efficiency, and goals-based financial planning, the Model Portfolio Solutions Business (MPS) is uniquely positioned to support advisors and accelerate the adoption of model portfolios. Through the MPS franchise, advisors can tap into BlackRock’s industry leading model portfolio investment framework to access a range of solutions to meet their clients unique needs and investment objectives.
This role is an opportunity to join a high growth, multi-billion-dollar business and a dynamic team in a fast-evolving market! It will require a strong combination of investment acumen and client interpersonal skills.
As a Model Portfolio Strategist, you will be encouraged to:
Deliver an excellent client and sales experience
- In close partnership with USWA Market Teams, deliver the MPS value proposition to clients – articulate market views and insights, provide in depth overviews of investment capabilities and portfolio positioning, provide thought leadership on asset allocation and portfolio construction
- Support business engagements and existing client relationships by delivering BlackRock’s best thinking on ongoing basis via virtual updates and in-person meetings as needed.
- Build strong relationships with sales, distribution partners and advisory clients to deliver commercial results aligned with business objectives.
- Work cross-functionally with multiple partner teams to deliver BlackRock models “surround sound” on an ongoing basis. Close partnerships include marketing, communications, technology, legal, and compliance teams
Serve as an extension of Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts:
- Work closely with model portfolio managers and research analysts, bringing to bear their systematic investment and market insights
- Deliver PM insights across a variety of mediums – including written, audio, video – for both internal and external audiences
- Provide client feedback to PM team on an ongoing basis
Manage projects to drive growth and scale the business:
- Support critical initiatives to scale the Models business and its integration across MASS and other parts of the firm, including but not limited to client-facing market leaders, Models Infrastructure, MASS Core PM, and Aladdin Wealth Tech.
- Think creatively about ways to improve the Models operating model and deliver on automation and scale-oriented projects to support the business’s growth objectives and risk mitigation.
- Support all aspects of the day-to-day operating procedures in partnership with Core PM and Models Infrastructure to support business needs.
- Lead new product development initiatives in projects with partners in sales, marketing, communications, product strategy and other teams
- BA/BS required. Advanced Degree / CFA / CAIA / CFP, or progress towards, is strongly preferred
- A minimum of 3 years investment or asset management experience
- Experience using AI tools to gather and synthesize data, automate workflows, improve productivity and summarize/translate output into commercial takeaways for different audiences
- Combination of investment, analytical, technical and client skills
- Student of the market with fluid understanding of financial markets, portfolio construction and analysis
- Entrepreneurial with a sense of ownership and keen sense to build a business
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and process
- Collegial attitude and eagerness to partner with numerous teams across MASS and the broader firm
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 workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least 3 years of investment or asset management experience
- Experience using AI tools to gather and synthesize data, automate workflows, improve productivity, and translate output into commercial takeaways
- Strong understanding of financial markets, portfolio construction, and portfolio analysis
- Combination of investment, analytical, technical, and client-facing skills
- Advanced degree, CFA, CAIA, CFP, or progress toward one
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and process
- Entrepreneurial ownership and willingness to build a business
- Collegial attitude and ability to collaborate across teams
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA/FSA options and telemedicine. Mental-health resources such as counseling/EAP, wellness incentives, and Calm access are also featured.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include savings plans, employer-supported contributions described as competitive in summaries, and financial education resources. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also noted in certain locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is gender-neutral with up to 16 weeks for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for non-primary caregivers. Additional supports include adoption assistance, fertility benefits in some locations, childcare/elder-care resources, and nursing-mother programs.
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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