About this role
BlackRock's Fundamental Equities Taiwan team is seeking a seasoned Research Analyst with primary responsibility for conducting independent Taiwan-focused research. The role will be based in Taipei and will involve attending company meetings, trade shows, and industry conferences as required.
This position presents a compelling opportunity for an experienced investment professional with demonstrable expertise in fundamental research, financial analysis, and the assessment of corporate business models. The successful candidate will possess a strong appreciation for investing, with a focus on generating fundamentally driven investment returns. Working closely with other members of the team and the broader firm, this individual will conduct detailed fundamental research, make investment recommendations for inclusion of stocks across multiple strategies, and closely monitor those companies while they are held in portfolios.
The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to leverage BlackRock's highly regarded global investment platform, benefiting from its extensive research network, world-class technology, robust support infrastructure, and industry-leading risk management capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in Taiwan, partnering closely with portfolio managers to assess investment theses, provide constructive challenge where appropriate, and ensure recommendations are supported by rigorous research and data analysis.
- Conduct independent company and industry research, monitoring macroeconomic trends, technological developments, regulatory changes, and geopolitical events that may impact investment outcomes.
- Attend industry conferences, earnings calls, and investor meetings to gather insights into company performance, management quality, and strategic direction, incorporating findings into investment recommendations.
- Prepare high-quality research reports, investment presentations, and client materials, including portfolio reviews, sustainability-related analyses, and strategy updates.
- Maintain a strong understanding of market developments, industry dynamics, and stock-specific news flow, assessing their implications for investment positions and portfolio performance.
- Contribute actively to team discussions, helping to build conviction around investment ideas and influence portfolio construction and strategy.
- Serve as a strong ambassador for the Taiwan Equities team, Fundamental Equities platform, and BlackRock, both internally and externally.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum 10 years of equity research experience, ideally with coverage of the technology sector; buy-side experience is a plus.
- Strong academic credentials in Finance, Economics, or a related field. MBA, Master's degree, CFA, or other relevant professional qualifications are preferred.
- Proven expertise in fundamental research, financial modeling, valuation (DCF, comparables), and financial statement analysis.
- Deep understanding of business models, industry dynamics, competitive landscapes, and key drivers of shareholder returns.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg, Tableau, and other research and analytical tools; Python, VBA, SQL, or similar technical skills are advantageous.
- Strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and ability to maintain robust, well-supported investment analyses.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex investment ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Familiarity with GenAI tools and their application in enhancing research efficiency and investment insights.
- Independent, commercially minded investor with the ability to generate and defend high-conviction investment ideas.
- Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management skills and a track record of contributing effectively within high-performing investment teams.
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
- Minimum 10 years of equity research experience (preferably technology coverage)
- Strong academic credentials in Finance, Economics, or related field
- MBA, Masters degree, CFA, or other relevant professional qualifications
- Proven expertise in fundamental research, financial modeling, valuation (DCF, comparables) and financial statement analysis
- Deep understanding of business models, industry dynamics, competitive landscapes, and drivers of shareholder returns
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg, and Tableau
- Python, VBA, SQL, or similar technical skills
- Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Familiarity with GenAI tools and their application in research
- Ability to conduct independent company and industry research and attend conferences, earnings calls, and investor meetings
- Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management and ability to generate and defend high-conviction investment ideas
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with an employer match plus an additional company retirement contribution. Together with an employee stock purchase option, this positions retirement support as a notable strength for U.S. roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and family‑building resources (adoption, fertility, nursing support) are emphasized, alongside child, special‑needs, and elder‑care resources. This breadth signals meaningful support across diverse family situations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible roles is promoted, with additional sick and bereavement leave. Time away is framed as enabling rest and recharge when needed.
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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