Full-Time

Associate – Product Strategist

Event Driven team

Posted on 11/26/2024

BlackRock

BlackRock

Compensation Overview

$105k - $137.5k/yr

+ Annual Discretionary Bonus

Junior, Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

Employees are required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week.

Category
Product
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • BA/BS required
  • Series7/63 preferred
  • At least 2-3 years of total experience including product strategy and/or client facing experience
  • Prior knowledge of hedge funds preferred
  • Ability to grasp and communicate complex concepts effectively
  • Ability to grasp quantitative concepts and their application to portfolio management
  • Ability to adapt quickly to rapidly changing market environments
  • Highly motivated, self-starter capable of managing own time effectively
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate between various groups including investment teams, various client groups, legal, and other areas
  • Possess impeccable organization skills and be extremely detail-oriented; be able to track and manage complex processes with numerous stakeholders; ability to develop or enhance new processes when necessary
  • Possess very strong writing, editing, and correspondence skills; ability to write clearly, concisely, and achieve the right tone with clients, prospective clients, and business partners
  • Feel comfortable working under pressure in a dynamic environment; be able to adhere to deadlines and handle shifting priorities
  • Highly proficient in MS Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Be able to handle a breadth of responsibilities, while maintaining accuracy and a detail-oriented focus
  • Enjoy and work well in a team environment
Responsibilities
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of the event driven space and the team’s investment process
  • Create and update marketing materials (presentations, factsheets, due diligence questionnaire, thought leadership pieces etc.) across the suite of event driven funds
  • Liaise with internal sales force and marketing, shareholder services, legal, and PMG teams
  • Coordinate the operational due diligence meeting process, involving communication with internal groups, including risk, legal, and operations
  • Respond to client and prospect inquiries on the strategy including completing requests for proposals as well as ad hoc questions from internal and external parties
  • Perform / highlight product and competitor analysis in support of Event Driven products
  • Assist with new projects and help manage the daily operations of existing funds
Desired Qualifications
  • Series7/63 preferred
  • Prior knowledge of hedge funds preferred

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1988

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What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in digital assets boosts BlackRock's ETF offerings.
  • Partnership with Emirates NBD opens new revenue streams in private markets.
  • Blockchain integration improves transaction efficiency, attracting tech-savvy investors.

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  • Volatility in cryptocurrency markets could impact BlackRock's financial stability.
  • Departure of AI head may affect BlackRock's AI initiatives.
  • Regulatory challenges in MENAT region could affect private markets platform success.

What makes BlackRock unique

  • BlackRock's integration with Solana enhances blockchain-based financial product offerings.
  • Partnership with Emirates NBD expands BlackRock's reach in the MENAT region.
  • BlackRock's focus on digital assets positions it as a leader in cryptocurrency ETFs.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

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