About this role
Title: Analyst, Multi-Asset Investment Risk
Job Description
Business Overview
BlackRock's Risk & Quantitative Analysis (RQA) group provides independent oversight of BlackRock's fiduciary and enterprise risks. RQA's mission is to advance the firm's risk management practices and to deliver independent risk expertise and constructive challenge to drive better business and investment outcomes. RQA's risk managers play a meaningful role in BlackRock's investment process, using quantitative analysis and a multi-disciplinary skillset to tackle real-world problems and provide tangible solutions in the investment management process.
RQA is committed to investing in our people to increase both individual enablement and a strong collaborative environment. As a global group located all around the world, our goal is to create a culture of inclusion which encourages teamwork, innovation, diversity and the development our future leaders. We actively engage in discussions on career growth and work with team members to understand how personal passions and strengths connect with our purpose.
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What the RQA group at BlackRock has:
- A team of outstanding risk managers partnering with portfolio management teams to oversee our clients' portfolios.
- Global colleagues with subject matter expertise in investing, macroeconomics, financial modeling and strategy.
What you have:
- A degree in a quantitative field, e.g. mathematics, statistics, economics, physics, engineering.
- Experience in a risk, analytics, or investment-focused role in the financial services industry.
- An ability to communicate, influence & engage with stakeholders.
- A passion for applying quantitative techniques to real-world problems and being a student of the financial markets.
- A basic understanding of portfolio risk management including risk estimation methodologies and limitations.
- An understanding of coding in Python would be viewed positively.
- A strong work ethic and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Multi Asset and Solutions Risk Management Team
- BlackRock's Multi Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) provides investment strategies and solutions that employ sophisticated asset allocation, risk management, and extensive research to deliver specific outcomes tailored to client needs, delivered through a range of pooled vehicles, model portfolios, and customized mandates across a variety of asset classes.
- The team partners with BlackRock's Multi Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) to deliver independent risk oversight, risk advice and constructive challenge.
- The team provides quantitative analysis to assist with portfolio construction, performance measurement, product design and investor engagement.
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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.