About this role
Join a diverse and collaborative team of technologists in the Portfolio Analytics Group (PAG) who are responsible for the research and development of applied solutions for BlackRock. This group is part of the Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE) division which contributes more generally to the production of analytics and models to portfolio and risk management professionals both within and outside BlackRock. Given the diversity of business objectives within BlackRock and across the external Aladdin client community, the models developed and supported by AFE span a wide array of financial products (equities, fixed income, commodities, derivatives, and private markets).
PAG Fixed-Income is looking to hire an Associate (ASO) in Tokyo. The successful candidate will build and deploy advanced analytical solutions for portfolio management to complement Aladdin suite of products. The role requires a good understanding of the investment process and the ability to deliver advanced python scripts.
Key Responsibilities:
Build innovative solutions for analysis of investment process, portfolio construction and relative value
Build a strong understanding of Aladdin analytical capabilities
Collaborate with other quantitative researchers across AFE and Engineering teams
Manage relationships with portfolio managers for the execution of new ideas
Encourage dialogue/communication around fixed-income analytics and modelling
Communicate analysis and solutions outputs clearly through meetings and presentations
Key qualifications/experience include:
3+ years of experience working with financial modeling techniques with proven experience in using technology to deliver analytical solutions
Strong python programming skills – including working knowledge of analytical libraries and of complex codebase
Proficiency with software development process tools such as ADO, git etc.
Experience with SQL for managing and accessing data is a plus
Proven success in participating in cross functional, technical projects
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with portfolio managers/business
Strong oral and written communications skills in English
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.
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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.
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