Hedge Fund Solutions - Product Strategy - Associate (m f x)

E Fundresearch; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in London is seeking an Associate for Hedge Fund Solutions to support client relationships and business development. Responsibilities include research, marketing materials development, and due diligence. The ideal candidate will have strong research, project management, and interpersonal skills. This role follows a hybrid work model and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Retirement investment tools

Education reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Health and wellness resources

Qualifications

• Experience in relationship management and sales support.
• Ability to conduct research and develop marketing materials.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support existing client and consultant relationships.
• Conduct research and develop marketing materials.
• Assist in due diligence for potential client opportunities.

Skills

Research and writing skills

Project management skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Hedge Fund Solutions - Product Strategy - Associate (m f x) London

BlackRock takes a dynamic approach to alternative investments, creating investment vehicles designed to capitalize on evolving opportunities across markets. Leveraging BlackRock's specialized investment capabilities and technology resources, our Multi-Alternatives ("Multi-Alts") team designs and manages a wide-range of alternative investment portfolios across liquidity profiles and strategies including private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real estate, and hedge funds. Our alternative investment capabilities are fully integrated with the broader firm, allowing the Multi-Alts investment teams to benefit from the resources of a global firm in areas such as risk management, client service, and operational support.

BlackRock's Multi-Alts team manages roughly $40 billion (as of January 1, 2025) in alternatives portfolios across investment strategies within three distinct pillars: Alternative Portfolio Solutions ("APS"), Direct Private Opportunities ("DPO"), and Hedge Fund Solutions ("HFS").

Responsibilities

• Relationship Management and Sales Support: Work and report to senior members of the PS team, supporting existing client and consultant relationships, new business development, as well as relationships with internal clients that include BlackRock's distribution teams.
• Content/Marketing Materials Development: Conduct research and develop both written content and marketing materials in support of prospective client development and client relationship management.
• Due Diligence: Assist with comprehensive due diligence undertaken on each potential client opportunity using internal and external sources. Organize materials and coordinate logistics for meetings with clients and prospects.
• Investment Insight: Work closely with BlackRock Manager Research to build proficient knowledge of hedge funds on the platform and the industry more broadly.
• Strong research and writing skills to clearly articulate complex concepts, ideas, and processes.
• Ambitious work ethic and professional disposition.
• Ability to creatively and proactively support client relationship management and capital raising activities.
• Natural curiosity and interest in capital markets and advanced investment strategies.
• Collaborative and cooperative approach to tasks.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple objectives simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and drive for perfection.
• Presence, maturity and credibility to effectively represent Hedge Fund Solutions (HFS) internally and externally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and ability to develop familiarity and skills with BlackRock's proprietary technology.
• Unimpeachable integrity with an uncompromised reputation.

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.

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.

Location & Contact

HR Business Partner BlackRock covering Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden

12 Throgmorton Avenue, UK-EC2N 2DL London