About this role

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary and individual investors around the world. BlackRock offers a range of solutions —from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.

Location: Princeton, Boston, Atlanta or San Francisco

Business Description:

BlackRock’s US Wealth Advisory business manages the firm’s relationships with US retail investors and financial advisors. Representing a full suite of strategies from Model Portfolios, iShares ETFs, and mutual funds to Alternatives, SMAs and sub-advisory relationships, USWAs mandate is to deliver One BlackRock to retail advisor practices. 

Role Description:

BlackRock Portfolio Design Specialist/C is a Associate/VP eligible role in US Wealth Advisory.  The team is responsible for accelerating sales growth and deepening relationships with financial advisors. The scope of their role will include 4 core elements:

• Model Customization: help advisors develop a process for customizing BlackRock’s in-house model portfolios.

• Consult with top advisory teams on improving their portfolio construction process, helping them create new models, improve existing models and implement their best investment ideas. Combine quantitative portfolio analysis with qualitative insights to impactfully communicate with clients.

• Relationship Building: partner with BlackRock’s Market Leaders to deepen relationships with the largest and fastest growing financial advisors.

• Tradecraft: Utilize BlackRock’s world-class risk analytics platform, Aladdin, while providing capital market and portfolio level insights and concepts to financial advisors in an easy to understand way. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver subject matter expertise on BlackRock Model Portfolios

• Implement customized portfolio solutions in conjunction with the advisor’s investment goals

• Deliver fiduciary and investment insights through portfolio construction conversations

• Embrace data-driven segmentation and the BlackRock Engagement Model to drive deeper relationships

• Profile our clients in order to learn more about their objectives and deploy the appropriate resources

• Partner with BlackRock’s Market Leader, Product Strategists, and external partners to deliver the full breadth and benefits of BlackRock’s investment solutions

• Embrace technology to deliver an exceptional client experience

Qualifications:

• BA/BS required. Advanced Degree

• A minimum of 3+ years investment or asset management experience; additional experience preferred;

• Strong analytical skills are a must: background in statistics, econometrics or other technical disciplines is a plus;

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Must be credible as an investment professional;

• High level of self-motivation; ability to work independently with modest supervision;

• Interest and aptitude for continued learning and practically applying portfolio construction and optimization approaches required;

• Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task, prioritize and collaborate vertically/horizontally in a fast-paced environment;

• NASD Series 7 and 66 (or 63 & 65) required

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.

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

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.