About this role
SpiderRock Advisors, LLC ("SRA"), headquartered in Chicago, IL, is rapidly growing technology-enabled provider of portfolio enhancement solutions to the wealth management and institutional allocator segments of the ~$80 trillion global asset management industry. SRA specializes in the design and implementation of customized derivative enhancement and overlay strategies and other alternative strategies for wealth managers and their clients. Many prominent investment advisors and have adopted the SRA platform to have access to its innovative portfolio enhancement strategies, thus driving its growth in assets under management.
SRA is actively looking for a Junior Product Manager who will work with our Head of Product and Development team to contribute to the growth and success internal and external facing tools.
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What you will do:
- Product Development Support: Assist in the development and enhancement of our internal and external facing web portal. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements. QA test and quality control ongoing product releases.
- Project Management: Support project planning and execution for product development initiatives. Coordinate tasks and timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain product documentation, including specifications and user guides. Prepare regular reports on product development progress and outcomes.
- Customer Support: Providing training and education to our external facing portal users. Provide assistance to customers by addressing inquiries and issues related to our products. Ensure excellent customer service and satisfaction.
- Market Research: Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends and customer needs. Assist in gathering SRA internal and external customer feedback to inform product improvements.
What SpiderRock Is Looking For:
- MUST HAVE knowledge of financial services and/or industry experience in Wealth/Asset Management. Options/Derivative experience a plus.
- BA/BS Degree
- Project management experience
- Ability to review and analyze information from multiple sources and determine relevancy.
- Independently identify issues, analyze problems and provide viable solutions
- Demonstrate creative problem-solving and solid judgment/decision-making
- Ability to multi-task effectively and leverage internal resources
- Strong client focus and ability to partner with various internal groups
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Independent, self-motivated with an ability to adapt and be flexible in a team environment
- Excellent attention to detail with strong time management and organizational skills
- Experience with Salesforce a plus
For Chicago, IL Only the salary range for this position is USD$112,000.00 - USD$140,000.00 . 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.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.