About this role
BlackRock's Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vice President, Strategist to join our team in Sydney, Australia. Our team of over 350 multi-asset investment professionals manage a range of multi asset investment strategies including diversified funds, income, tactical asset allocation, factors, sustainability, model portfolios and customised mandates for a diversified client base. This group provides investment strategies and solutions that employ asset allocation, risk management and extensive research to deliver specific outcomes tailored to suit client needs. Currently, MASS manages over USD $1.2 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in Sydney, New York, Princeton, San Francisco, London, and Asia Pacific.
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As the Vice President, Strategist, you will play a crucial role in our Solutions and Hedge Funds business pillars. Reporting to the Head of Strategy, you will collaborate closely with the broader MASS team, including the Portfolio Management and Client CIO teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Acting as a subject matter expert for our Hedge Fund products, providing product commentary, performance attribution, and ongoing due diligence of investment strategies held within the funds.
- Engaging with clients to understand their investment problems and objectives for new engagements.
- Crafting investment solutions that meet client needs, including the construction of strategic asset allocations, portfolio optimization, and strategy selection.
- Delivering presentations and updates on solutions, portfolios, and performance at client and consultant meetings.
- Using technology and BlackRock tools to enhance scale and efficiency in client engagements.
- Preparing product and client presentation materials, as well as RFP responses.
- Coordinating day-to-day product support and client engagement, including delivering investment and market updates and responding to client requests.
- Maintaining a deep knowledge of the full suite of solutions offered by MASS, as well as broader market themes and industry trends.
- Developing positive relationships with key business partners to support the solutions business within the firm.
Key Requirements:
- A degree or higher-level qualification and a proven track record of academic achievement.
- 5+ years of experience in asset management or a similar field, preferably across multiple asset classes.
- Familiarity with a wide array of investment strategies and multi-asset investment concepts, including hedge funds, factor investing, and risk management.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including proficiency in technology and coding.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with multiple audiences and adapt communication style accordingly.
- A strong sense of teamwork and integrity, enabling you to become a trusted partner to both clients and peers.
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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