Global Tactical Asset Allocation Associate
BlackRock
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About BlackRock
BlackRock is a premier asset management firm providing global investment, risk management, and advisory services. Their mission is to create a better financial future for clients by offering innovative investment solutions and rigorous management processes.
Role Overview - Global Tactical Asset Allocation Associate
This role involves sophisticated analysis impacting portfolio performance and risk management for the Global Tactical Asset Allocation (GTAA) team. The focus is on designing, creating, and using data analytics to manage portfolios and support client solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to GTAA’s investment process with in-depth analysis and clear presentations.
- Design, build, and utilize an analytics platform covering holdings, risk, exposures, and attribution.
- Enhance portfolio management processes using programming tools (Python, Snowflake) and Tableau dashboards.
- Develop expertise in portfolio construction and customize portfolios to meet client objectives.
- Leverage AI tools to improve performance, consistency, and scale.
- Engage with global markets and support client initiatives, change management, and reporting.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience in investments, portfolio management or quantitative roles.
- Ability to translate analytics into practical portfolio and client solutions.
- Proficiency with Python, SQL, Snowflake, Tableau, and related data analysis tools.
- Strong communication skills for creating polished client-facing materials.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- An advanced degree in quantitative finance or related field is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a hybrid role based in New York, NY with a salary ranging from USD 116,000 to 155,000 annually, plus an annual discretionary bonus, healthcare, leave, retirement benefits, and more. BlackRock follows a pay-for-performance philosophy.
Work Environment
BlackRock has a hybrid work model requiring at least 4 days in the office per week, with flexible remote work for 1 day. This model supports collaboration and onboarding excellence.
Key skills/competency
- Investment Analysis
- Portfolio Management
- Data Analytics
- Python
- SQL
- Snowflake
- Tableau
- AI Tools
- Risk Management
- Client Engagement
How to Get Hired at BlackRock
- Research BlackRock's culture: Review their mission, values, and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Emphasize quantitative and investment analysis skills.
- Highlight technical tools: Showcase proficiency in Python, SQL, and Tableau.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice articulating complex portfolio analytics clearly.
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