Associate, Data Management

About This Role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

You will be joining the world’s leading data and insights provider for the alternatives assets industry. We empower the finance community with comprehensive data and expert insights so they can make faster and smarter investment decisions with precision and confidence. We are a forward-thinking company and strive to make an impact by enabling our customers to envision future possibilities, invest in ideas and infrastructure that build strong communities.

Job Overview

The Data Management team is responsible for ensuring that Preqin’s coverage of the alternative assets industry is accurate, up to date and comprehensive. As an Associate, Data Management, your primary focus will be on the data collecting, processing and quality assurance of our data. This individual will also be involved in conducting primary research via direct outreach to investment professionals to obtain valuable proprietary information. This is a unique research role, requiring a sales-like mindset to unlock research relationships across the region. The role will also include handling data inquiries, quality assurance, data monitoring for consistency, and client engagement regarding our Preqin Pro platform.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth web-based research to collect data relating to firm, fund, and transaction activity in the alternative asset universe
• Proactively communicate and build relationships with key professionals of all levels within the alternative assets industry to obtain valuable proprietary information on past, current, and future investment activities
• Update Preqin’s online database with key financial information, statistics, and analysis
• Demonstrate subject matter expert (SME) for the dataset, supporting internal and external stakeholders in gaining an understanding of internal processes concerning data management
• Troubleshoot escalated data quality incidents, collaborating with regional stakeholders and/or global BUs as needed
• Support senior team members on research projects and getting involved in further data enhancement and development activities

You are a good fit if

• You have a Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Engineering
• You have prior experience focused on communication and relationship management
• You have strong research capabilities and investigative instincts
• You have the ability to perform effectively in a target-driven environment, working towards set KPIs and performance metrics
• You are highly organised, self-motivated, and collaborative
• You have a keen interest in finance and knowledge of financial markets
• You are fluent in English and have excellent writing and communication skills
• You have experience using Microsoft tools such as Excel, SharePoint, and Office 365

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.

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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.

Key skills/competency

• Data Management
• Data Quality Assurance
• Primary Research
• Relationship Building
• Financial Data Analysis
• Alternative Assets Industry
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication Skills
• Investigative Instincts
• Stakeholder Support