About this role

Elevate your career by joining the world's largest asset manager! 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. 

About iShares

BlackRock’s iShares is the largest Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) provider globally with over $4.2 trillion in assets under management. With a long history of ETF innovation and expertise, iShares is a trusted leader in the ETF industry. iShares serves investors of all sizes, including advisors, personal investors, wealth managers, banks, asset managers, pensions, and insurers. We offer clients a comprehensive range of products that provide precise, transparent, and cost-efficient access to a full range of asset classes and global markets. 

Role Description:

We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to be part of our Budapest team. The RFP Associate position is an opportunity to gain a deep understanding of BlackRock products and services by working as part of a team to respond to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs). The RFPs and RFIs pertain to BlackRock U.S. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) from Financial Advisors and large Institutional clients such as pension plans, financial institutions, and foundations and endowments. The successful candidate will be given considerable exposure to BlackRock’s ETF business.  

Key Responsibilities

Work in a culture of willingness, inclusion and hands-on engagement  Opportunity to develop deep expertise in BlackRock’s ETF products and strategies Work closely and develop strong relationships with partners across the ETF business (Relationship Managers, Product Strategists, Stakeholders from Legal & Complaince and other RFP Teams) Create and deliver complete, accurate and cohesive responses to requests for information about BlackRock products and services with an emphasis on ETFs and their objectives, fees, performance, trading, and liquidity Manage the entire RFP Process, including deadlines, approvals and document deliveryPopulate and update our RFP database of ETF information Work within a strong control framework to ensure documents are in line with regulatory and compliance standards and guidelines Potentially identify and implement process improvements to streamline the RFP response process   

Knowledge/Experience:  

At least 3-4 years of proven work experience within financial services or asset management for Associate, or 0-3 years for Analyst level candidatesUniversity degree in business administration, economics, finance, or in other relating fieldA motivated individual with a demonstrated history of teamwork, drive and contribution Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) and interpersonal skills Exceptional organizational skills, ability to manage priorities and meet hard deadlines Ability to work efficiently and multi-task in a deadline-driven environment Attention to detail and quality is essential Relationship builder with internal stakeholders throughout the business Strong analytical skills and judgment

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.