About this role

BlackRock’s Retirement Solutions is a part of Blackrock’s Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions (MASS) team which provides investment strategies and solutions that employ sophisticated asset allocation, rigorous risk management, and extensive research to deliver specific outcomes tailored to client needs. We are dedicated to delivering investment performance by building portfolio positions that are deliberate, diversified and appropriately scaled. MASS includes tactical asset allocation, factor-based strategies, income funds, target date and target risk products, and impact investing. Our team of over 500 multi-asset investment professionals manages a range of pooled vehicles, model portfolios, and customized mandates for a diversified client base.  Currently, MASS has a strong presence in San Francisco, New York, Princeton, London and throughout Asia Pacific.

The Retirement Solutions team is currently one of BlackRock's most dynamic businesses and has been named by senior management as one of the main engines for future revenue growth. The group aims to serve as a resource for clients globally, providing deep expertise in retirement plans and solutions, along with an ability to deliver innovative retirement solutions to a broad range of plan structures.

Role Description & Responsibilities

The MASS Retirement Solutions Investments Infrastructure team sets the technical and operational strategy for the business. The team ensures constant modernization of our investments platform while leading in the design of scaled, risk-controlled innovation in all future business opportunities. Retirement Solutions is looking for an experienced leader to direct the global infrastructure and operating platform supporting the business to help drive robust, long-term growth across all products globally. This person will play a key role in crafting innovative solutions to the portfolio management, research and product delivery challenges facing the LifePath suite, as well as assisting in the commercialization of our overall product suite and leading large-scale portfolio and technology implementations. Additionally, the role requires setting business-level strategy, driving large, cross-functional initiatives, and influencing the firm's broader strategic agenda on behalf of the business.

Members of the team will partner closely with our research, portfolio management, and product strategy teams as well as with partners in GPS, APG, Tech & Ops, and the broader MASS business to ensure our clients and portfolios are supported at the highest level. To be successful, candidates need to be self-starting leaders who can balance independent action with close collaboration across multiple partners. Individuals must understand and develop clear business strategies and simultaneously lead multi-phase projects with varied partners across a global, matrixed business.

Responsibilities will include:

Lead new product delivery and drive forward key research implementations to deliver on our strategic business and research agendasDesign scaled technology solutions to efficiently deliver investment solutions to internal and external clientsDirect technology partners in the enhancement of the Aladdin platform to scale the creation of target-date specific analytics, product marketing materials, and customized analyses that articulate strategy objectives, performance, and competitive advantages of LifePathPartner with senior leadership throughout the firm to raise awareness and build momentum are around critical initiatives and product pipelineDevelop and present strategic recommendations to senior leadership, including vision, process designs, implementation plans and resource allocationEstablish the priorities and action plans to connect the current investments capabilities to the future-state RS platform

Skills & Qualifications

10+ years of financial services experience, preferably in an investment, technology or business development role5+ years of BlackRock or Aladdin experience with a focus on portfolio analytics, Aladdin technology development/support, client servicing/onboarding, or related roles strongly desiredStrong fund management and investments background along with a deep knowledge of capital markets, asset classes and financial instruments (equities, fixed income and derivatives)Ability to partner at all levels of the organization and cultivate positive connections with team members, managers, partner teams, and senior executives in multiple locationsAdaptable, self-starting personality with keen attention to detail and ability multi-task quickly and efficientlyStrategic and analytical problem solver with excellent written and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to articulate and communicate complex concepts in simple termsKnowledge of Python, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Morningstar Direct, Bloomberg, and/or progress towards CFA, CAIA, CIMA, or CFP is desirableSeries 7 & 63 and insurance license to be acquired within 6 months of hire

For California only the salary range for this position is $147,500 - $209,500. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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.

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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.

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