About this role
About this role
This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.
The Research Associate is responsible for researching, maintaining, and enhancing investor and firm data across private markets. Associates own the end-to-end data lifecycle, leveraging public and proprietary research techniques to collect, validate, and curate information used by clients globally. They serve as key contacts within their coverage universe, building relationships with institutional investors and industry professionals while ensuring the highest levels of data quality and operational excellence. In the data management framework, a Research Associate serves as a Data Custodian, reporting to the domain's designated Data Steward.
Functional:
Conduct research using public filings, company materials, websites, industry publications, and proprietary outreach to collect and validate investor data.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with institutional investors and key industry contacts through phone, email, and other approved communication channels to gather proprietary information.
Identify opportunities to expand coverage, improve profile completeness, and capture emerging market intelligence.
Utilize AI-enabled research and productivity tools in accordance with company policies to improve research efficiency, data discovery and workflow effectiveness
Support cross-functional projects and initiatives involving Data Quality, Product, Client Success, and Research teams.
Contribute to operational excellence initiatives, workflow improvements, and process enhancement projects.
Support onboarding, training, and knowledge-sharing activities across the team.
Data Management:
Create, update, validate, and maintain investor, firm, relationship, and contact data within Preqin systems.
Implement data updates and resolve data quality incidents as triaged by a Data Steward.
Perform quality assurance reviews on existing data and research outputs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
Investigate data anomalies and recommend corrective actions where appropriate.
Maintain documentation and adhere to established data governance standards, policies, and procedures.
Utilize workflow management tools and reporting systems to manage research activity and prioritize work effectively.
What you'll bring to us:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
3+ years of experience and knowledge of alternative asset market is preferred.
Strong research and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior industry professionals.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Curiosity and interest in financial markets, institutional investors, and alternative assets.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of data quality and operational excellence.
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 or equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of experience and knowledge of alternative asset markets
- Strong research and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including engaging senior industry professionals
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem solving
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
- Curiosity and interest in financial markets, institutional investors, and alternative assets
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of data quality and operational excellence
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with a stated company match formula (subject to plan caps) alongside an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is prominently featured. Feedback suggests these elements make the financial-wellness offering a notable strength among large employers.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of at least 16 weeks for primary caregivers, plus adoption support, fertility benefits, and child/elder back‑up care, is highlighted across materials. Offerings are substantial, with specifics varying by location.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off for many U.S. salaried roles, paired with sick and bereavement leave, provides generous time‑away options. Wellness resources such as free access to Calm and an Employee Assistance Program further support rest and recovery.
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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