Analyst, Data Management

BlackRock, Inc; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Dubai is hiring an Analyst to build relationships with investors and gather proprietary investment information. Key responsibilities include updating databases, conducting analysis, and collaborating with global teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree, strong research skills, and proficiency in Arabic. The role promotes a hybrid work model, fostering collaboration while allowing for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Education reimbursement

Comprehensive health resources

Qualifications

• Must possess a highly proactive and enthusiastic approach to relationship building.
• Has strong research capabilities and investigative instincts.
• Ability to perform effectively in a target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key professionals in the alternative assets industry.
• Update Preqin’s online database with financial information.
• Conduct bespoke statistical analysis for clients.
• Support senior team members on research projects.

Skills

Fluent in Arabic

Strong research capabilities

Proactive relationship building

Organized and self-motivated

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About this role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionising private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

The Analyst will be responsible for reaching out to investors in the Middle East to build relationships and obtain valuable proprietary information. This information consists of investment activities and preferences, and forward‑looking investment plans. The role will also include handling data inquiries, quality assurance, data monitoring for consistency and client engagement regarding our Preqin Pro platform.

Please note fluency in Arabic is required.

In this role you will be:

• Proactively communicating and building relationships with key professionals of all levels within the alternative assets industry to obtain valuable proprietary information on past, current and future investment activities.
• Updating Preqin’s online database with key financial information, statistics and analysis.
• Conducting bespoke statistical analysis for clients.
• Liaising with our teams in North America and APAC, as well as close collaborating with other departments in the company, to deliver requests and provide solutions for clients.
• Supporting senior team members on research projects and getting involved in further data enhancement and development activities.
• Contributing to research reports, blogs and publications occasionally.
• Conducting supplementary public/web research where necessary.

You are a good fit if:

• You are educated to degree‑level (ideally a 2:1 expected or achieved) or equivalent relevant industry experience for a minimum of 1 year.
• You possess a highly proactive and enthusiastic approach to relationship building.
• You have strong research capabilities and investigative instincts.
• You perform effectively in a target‑driven environment, working towards set KPIs and performance metrics.
• You are highly organised, self‑motivated and collaborative.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is desirable but not essential.
• Previous work experience focused on communication and relationship management is desirable.
• A knowledge of alternative assets, and their place in the wider financial industry is desirable.
• Additional languages highly desirable as Preqin operates in a global market.
• You have written and verbal proficiency in Arabic.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well‑being; family support programs; 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.

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.