Description
We have an exciting opportunity to join our London-based BlackRock Global Markets team as a Portfolio Manager. The team is responsible for managing Index Commodity and Synthetic Equity derivative based portfolios.
You’ll be responsible for all aspects of index commodity and derivatives-based portfolio management, including the day-to-day management of our Exchange-traded funds and index portfolios, risk and performance analysis, and investment and business process transformation.
Responsibilities:
- Daily management of index commodity and synthetic equity derivative-based portfolios to ensure that exposure, cash, and liquidity are managed in line with portfolio investment guidelines
- Apply quantitative techniques and models, coupled with specific market knowledge, to portfolio construction and risk budgeting
- Help launch new portfolios and make changes to existing portfolios
- Building our next-generation investment platform
- Risk management, performance review, and attribution
- Work alongside our Product Strategy and Sales teams to help respond to client queries, communicate investment strategy and performance results to clients and sales channels
- Contributing positively to our BlackRock culture
Requirements:
- A passion for financial markets and technology
- Knowledge of financial markets (commodity, equity) and the indexing ecosystem
- 5+ years of investment industry/portfolio management experience
- Detailed knowledge of structured derivative strategies that may use Options, Futures, and/or OTC Derivatives
- Strong technical aptitude with an interest in technology solutions related to portfolio management, trading, and data analytics
- Python, SQL, or any coding experience preferred
- High levels of self-motivation and a strong work ethic
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Forward-thinking with high attention to detail and accountability, organizational and project management skills
- The ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
- Retirement investment and tools designed to help you build a sound financial future
- Access to education reimbursement
- Comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being
- Family support programs
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge, and be there for the people you care about