About this role

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the Aladdin Client Engagement team for the Canadian marketDrive dialogue and engagement between Aladdin client peers demonstrating thought leadership and industry best practice  Own relationships with client’s senior management (CEO, CTO, CIO, COO, Heads of Desks) to understand their business objectives and needs and help them use Aladdin expertise to achieve their firm’s goals.Work with clients to prioritize strategic and tactical projects and discuss our strategic operational product development plansUnderstand the client’s business challenges and propose solutions leveraging Aladdin that drive value and adoption.Ensure product thematic needs for the market are communicated to the Product Managers and being developed and deployed in line with the needs of the local market.Assist clients in leveraging Aladdin to its fullest across the entire trade and portfolio lifecycleKeep updated on regulatory and operational industry trends to help your clients stay ahead of changing timesLead harvesting and onboarding additional client business by coordinating across product and sales teamsPartner within the broader firm to facilitate truly enterprise relationships with the clients

Qualifications

10+ years of work experience in financial services, insurance, or consultingUndergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Economics, Accounting, Finance is preferredStrong interest in FinTech and the Financial Institutions (Banks and Insurance companies) and/or Asset ManagementFamiliarity with buy-side investment management or middle-office workflows is preferredWorking understanding of equity, fixed income and derivative markets and their operational workflows. Knowledge of alternative investments and their lifecycle is a plusOutstanding communication and the ability to present complex concepts simply and clearly to varying audiencesMust have past demonstration of strong project management and leadership skills, and the ability to deliver large complex projects.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience leading commercial or transformational work within the buyside industryCFA, FRM, CIMA, or CAIA certificationTrack record of running high performing client teams

For Toronto, Canada Only the salary range for this position is CAD$195,000.00 - CAD$265,000.00 . 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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