Associate, Multi-Asset Strategist

About this role

BlackRock’s Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) group provides investment strategies and solutions that employ sophisticated asset allocation, rigorous risk management, and extensive research to deliver specific outcomes tailored to client needs. Our team of over 300 multi-asset investment professionals manage a range of multi-asset investment strategies including diversified funds, managed accounts, alternatives, sustainability strategies and custom mandates for a diversified client base. Currently, MASS manages over $2 trillion in assets globally and has a strong presence in Sydney, New York, Princeton, San Francisco, London, and Asia Pacific.

MASS is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce regardless of race, national origin, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, or religion or belief. We are passionate about creating and promoting an environment where all employees are valued and respected. Consistent with our diverse client base, we recognise the benefit that diversity brings to the success of our business.

The BlackRock MASS team based in Sydney is seeking to expand its team by hiring a Strategist to support our growing Model Portfolio Solutions business in Australia. In this role, you will work alongside Portfolio Managers and focus on commercialising model portfolios (also known as managed accounts) for financial advisers and other intermediary clients. The widespread adoption of Model Portfolios / Managed Accounts is one of the most significant evolutions in the Australian Wealth Management industry over the last decade. As the industry drives towards greater simplicity, clarity, operational efficiency, and tailored investment solutions, the Model Portfolio Solutions business is uniquely positioned to support advisers and other client segments with the adoption of model portfolios.

This role is an opportunity to join a high growth, multi-billion-dollar business and a dynamic team in a fast-evolving market. It will require a strong combination of skills with a self-starter attitude, and ability to thrive in a high-paced, high-performance environment, and a good ability to navigate both investment markets with client interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be an excellent insightful communicator, have attention to detail, a strong sense of ownership, desire to learn, and familiarity/interest with a wide range of multi-asset portfolios, markets and products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business development for the MASS Model Portfolio Solutions business in Australia by helping drive sales through more technical investment topics, data and support day-to-day client and sales requests.
• Be responsible for day-to-day deliverables, including:
  • Preparing and maintaining portfolio review decks, ensuring these meet compliance practices
  • Preparing and maintaining product pitch-books and other standard client collateral such as factsheets, performance reports, worksheets, and internal updates
  • Assisting with ad-hoc requests (e.g., performance analytics, attribution, bespoke reporting)
  • Updating/drafting RFPs and RFIs
  • Responding to and delivering product information to support Consultant and Rating Agency requests for information and analysis
  • Delivering other materials, responding to ad-hoc requests for analysis or product information from partners such as distribution, legal & compliance, finance & accounting teams.
• Help improve existing processes with new insights/automation and developing best practices across the global Product Strategy platform.
• Contribute to the broader MASS team, working closely with the Portfolio Management team to support and drive the broader MASS business.
• Remain up-to-date on developments in global financial markets and economics, with a focus on the Australia market; including the views expressed by our BlackRock’s Investment Institute.
• Support the development of new investment products and solutions from inception to launch.
• Become a fluent user of our technology system, Aladdin, to support and scale the MASS Strategy processes.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 2+ years of asset management industry or in other financial services
• CFA charter holder preferred
• Knowledge, curiosity and desire to learn financial markets and investments
• Strong attention to detail, a sense of urgency around deadlines and act constructively
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with investment tools such as Eikon or Bloomberg would be beneficial
• Curiosity and desire to leverage AI to improve existing processes and create scale
• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills: capable of connecting with multiple audiences and adapting style of communication to suit with local and global audience
• Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple objectives simultaneously
• Must possess a strong work ethic, and must be a team player with the ability to work well under pressure

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 Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.