Aladdin Business, Client Engagement, Associate

ENGINEERINGUK; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial technology is seeking an Associate for their Aladdin Client Engagement team in Edinburgh. This client-facing role focuses on building strategic relationships with clients to maximize the benefits of the Aladdin platform. The role requires technical proficiency and the ability to understand and solve client business challenges. Ideal candidates will possess 2+ years of experience in financial services, with strong consultative and project management skills.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Education reimbursement

Comprehensive resources for physical and emotional well-being

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in financial services or consulting.
• Strong interest in FinTech and Asset Management sector.
• Experience with buy-side investment management workflows preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own relationships with key client stakeholders to understand their business objectives.
• Assist clients in leveraging Aladdin across the trade and portfolio lifecycle.
• Build strong internal relationships within BlackRock Aladdin.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Consultative Selling

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Finance

Tools

SQL

UNIX

VBA

C++

PERL

Python

BI Tools (Tableau, PowerBI)

Job description

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About this role

Aladdin Business, Aladdin Client Engagement, Post-Trade Value Delivery, Associate

BlackRock Solutions (BRS) supports the investment process through the development, deployment and support of our enterprise investment management platform (Aladdin), which is utilized by executives, portfolio management, risk management and operations teams. BRS provides strategic advisory and enterprise investment system services for our clients with portfolios totalling over $13 trillion. Our diverse client base is made up of external institutional asset managers, pensions, insurance companies, banks and governments around the world. The BRS business is the natural evolution of our long-standing investment in developing sophisticated and highly integrated analytics and systems for managing money.

Aladdin Client Engagement is part of the Aladdin Business within BlackRock Solutions and is responsible for maximizing the Aladdin product through engagement and education and work closely with Aladdin clients to be their trusted consultant, problem solver and business partner - to take full advantage of Aladdin. This is a client facing role and the associate will be expected to build deep partnerships with the clients to build highly effective relationships to understand and solve problems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Own relationships with key client stakeholders to understand their business objectives and needs and help them use Aladdin expertise to achieve their firm's goals.
• Understand the client's business challenges and propose solutions leveraging Aladdin that drive value and adoption.
• Engage with clients to define key strategic and tactical initiatives, leveraging your internal network to oversee and execute cross-functional project solutions.
• Assist clients in leveraging Aladdin to its fullest across the entire trade and portfolio lifecycle
• Build strong internal relationships within BlackRock Aladdin, and the wider BlackRock, in support of your clients
• Ensure client feedback on product is communicated to the Product Managers and is tracked through successful development and deployment.
• Keep updated on regulatory and operational industry trends to help your clients stay ahead of changing times
• Serve as a subject matter knowledge lead on multiple Aladdin workflows and processes
• Drive engagement campaigns with end users and go-to market strategies to increase Aladdin penetration and commercial outcomes within assigned client segments
• Help Client Engagement leads with harvesting and onboarding additional client business by coordinating across product and sales teams
• The role demands technical proficiency and a robust comprehension of our Aladdin technology applications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in financial services or consulting
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Economics, Accounting, Finance is preferred
• Strong interest in FinTech and the Asset Management sector
• Familiarity with buy-side investment management, middle-office (investment operations & data) workflows is preferred
• Working understanding of equity, fixed income and derivative markets and their operational workflows. Knowledge of alternative investments and their lifecycle is a plus
• A consultative approach to understanding client needs and a passion for solving problems, combined with a commercial mindset and drive for revenue generating opportunities
• Outstanding communication and the ability to present complex concepts simply and clearly to varying audiences
• Must have past demonstration of strong project management and leadership skills, and the ability to deliver large complex projects
• A self-starter mindset and drive to succeed in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment, working as part of a multi-disciplinary global team
• Emotional ownership, pride in what you do and a strong team ethos

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with SQL, UNIX, VBA , C++, PERL, Python, AI, BI Tools (Tableau, PowerBI) or similar tools, and/or Aladdin.
• Understanding of data interfacing, e.g., APIs, SFTPs
• English proficiency is required. Proficiency in one or more of the following languages is preferred: Italian, Spanish, or French.

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

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.

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

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.

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