Associate, Americas Client Businesses - Veterans Program

About this role

Responsible for driving overall product strategy, as well related strategic initiatives to evolve the platform in response to client (internal and external) needs in order to increase revenue opportunity for the firm.  Partners with investment team, users, technology leaders and other stakeholders (e.g., sales, marketing, engineers) to shape vision for the next “version” of the platform and define the overall deployment strategy.  Innovates, conceptualizes, designs and pilots new capabilities available. Also sets in place process and framework for continuous improvement of platform to enhance stability, reliability and performance.

Veterans Transition Program-Technical Relationship Manager, Aladdin – Associate

We recognize that veterans bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock thanks to their extraordinary backgrounds and experiences.  The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world’s largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.

Over the course of the Program, participants will:

• Join teams and have an immediate impact;

• Immerse themselves in the work of their teams;

• Gain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;

• Be supported through training and mentorship;

• Get exposure to senior leaders;

• Participate in social and networking opportunities.

Program Structure:

The program begins with an orientation where you’ll learn about BlackRock’s principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You’ll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients.  Following orientation, you’ll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.

Aladdin® is an operating system for investment managers that seeks to connect the information, people, and technology needed to manage money in real time. The Aladdin platform combines risk analytics with portfolio management, trading, compliance, and operations tools on a single platform to power informed decision-making, effective risk management, efficient trading, and operational scale. Aladdin is used by a community of over 200 institutional clients around the world, including BlackRock. There are over 50,000 end users of Aladdin globally. The team is comprised of 800+ professionals responsible for implementing and supporting our Aladdin clients, sales and marketing, and ensuring the Aladdin Community maximizes Aladdin products through engagement and education.

We are seeking an Aladdin Technical Relationship Manager to work closely with Aladdin clients to be their trusted consultant, problem solver, and business partner – and to take full advantage of Aladdin.

Key responsibilities include:

• Own relationships with client teams and help them use Aladdin to achieve their firm’s goals 

• Able to map Aladdin Product vision across a client’s business / strategic initiative and articulate the value.

• Understands client’s Aladdin adoption and develops a strategy for approaching clients on product & harvesting opportunities. 

• Acts as a consultative partner to senior client stakeholders, providing product insights

• Demonstrates strong segment and industry knowledge; accountable for multiple user segments / clients.

• Apply deep client and technical expertise to shape regional themes and identifies risks and opportunities.

• Ensure client feedback on product is communicated to the Product Managers and is tracked through successful development and deployment. 

• Keep updated on regulatory and operational industry trends to help your clients stay ahead of changing times 

• Engage with clients to define key strategic and tactical initiatives, leveraging your internal network to oversee and execute cross-functional project solutions 

• Navigates across the firm to drive successful outcomes.

• Proactively manages through clear communication and transparency, and coaches junior team members.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in the financial services industry

• Strong understanding of FinTech and the investment lifecycle

• Working understanding of public / private markets

• Familiarity with buy-side investment management workflows such as trading, operations and compliance OR Experience advising clients on portfolio analysis, portfolio optimization, risk decomposition and performance attribution

• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly to clients

• Ambitious approach to large, complex projects, with a flair for problem solving

• Self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced, high-intensity environment and works well as part of a multi-disciplinary global team

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior experience in Aladdin, eFront, or other private markets financial technology is a plus 

• Experience with SQL, UNIX or modern programming languages

Where will I be based?

This role will be based in our New York Office

Program Eligibility:

• Minimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service

• <5 years of civilian work experience

• Bachelor’s degree obtained pre- or post-military service

• Open to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service

• Must be able to commence employment in October 2026

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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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

 

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.