Associate - Model Portfolio Solution (MPS) Team

You are joining the Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team, which is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem.

The Model Portfolio Solution (MPS) team is seeking an Associate to support the global team of investment researchers, portfolio managers, and client strategists in developing and managing Multi-Asset model portfolios.

Infrastructure Maintenance

• Develop and maintain Power BI or equivalent dashboards like Streamlit or others supporting investment research, portfolio management, and reporting.
• Leverage Aladdin technology and analytical tools to enhance investment processes and help drive scale.
• Work closely with portfolio managers and strategists on performance and exposure reporting for clients and internal stakeholders.

Quantitative Data Management & Maintenance

• Develop and maintain Python code to support existing and new quantitative research and investment processes.
• Work with Aladdin and technology teams to incorporate quantitative signals into MPS research and production platforms.
• Maintain robust investment logic, data quality and controls, and support dissemination of investment benchmarks and portfolio allocations to downstream stakeholders.

Investment Research

• Partner with researchers and portfolio managers to develop and test quantitative investment signals.
• Support the development of new investment products and solutions and remain current on developments in global financial markets and economics.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance investment research, analysis, and efficiency across research workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher-level qualification; postgraduate degree, CFA or progress toward a relevant professional qualification preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in asset management or financial services, preferably in quantitative investment research or portfolio management.
• Good knowledge of quantitative finance, investment processes, and capital markets across Equities, Fixed Income, and Alternatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate ideas into implementable investment insights.
• Strong programming skills, with know-how Python essential; experience with AI tools and technologies, Power BI, SQL, and/or Bloomberg beneficial.
• Familiarity with leveraging generative AI or AI-assisted development tools to improve research, coding, and investment workflows is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively across global teams and stakeholders.
• High level of self-motivation, ownership, and initiative, with a strong work ethic and collaborative approach.

Benefits

• A strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Hybrid Work Model

• 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.