Investment Data Automation Specialist

Investment Data Automation Specialist at BlackRock

The Private Data Service (PDS) team at BlackRock provides world-class expertise in the collection and validation of investment data for investors in alternative assets. PDS streamlines the exchange of data between limited and general partners, offering continuous access to accurate and standardized data. This team is a crucial part of the Aladdin Business, which comprises over 1,200 professionals dedicated to implementing and supporting Aladdin clients, driving sales and marketing, and ensuring the Aladdin Community maximizes product utility through engagement and education.

BlackRock's client enhances the lending capacity of Financial Intermediaries and stimulates bank lending to small and medium-sized enterprises by providing guarantees that encourage increased lending volumes. Financial Intermediaries include institutions specializing in financial transactions, such as banks, insurance companies, investment banks, pension, and mutual funds.

BlackRock is seeking an experienced professional to lead automation initiatives across reporting and eligibility processes. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, process understanding, and strong stakeholder management to design, deliver, and oversee automation projects that bring efficiency and consistency to workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain advanced VBA solutions, including Excel add-ins used by external clients.
• Develop and support Python-based automations for reporting, data processing, and email drafting.
• Design and manage Power Automate workflows; explore opportunities to leverage Copilot/AI agents.
• Utilize SQL/Alteryx for recurring data extracts and process automation.
• Analyse end-to-end business processes to identify automation opportunities.
• Oversee all automation projects, ensuring timely delivery, documentation, and centralization.
• Prioritize and structure initiatives to align with business needs and resource capacity.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and continuity through clear, accessible documentation.
• Act as a key point of contact between business teams and technical solutions.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for client meetings (including banks across the EU).
• Build strong client relationships by understanding business needs and presenting solutions in a clear, professional manner.
• Support internal teams by translating technical concepts into actionable business outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, IT or an equivalent combination of education, with at least 2 years’ professional work in a multinational environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Advanced proficiency in VBA (Excel add-ins, complex coding, arrays, optimization).
• Intermediate to advanced Python skills (automation, reporting, email generation).
• Experience with Power Platform (Power Automate essential, Power Apps a plus).
• Knowledge of Alteryx or similar workflow tools and SQL is an advantage.
• Interest and willingness to learn emerging automation tools and Copilot agents.
• Strong process analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects end-to-end, with strong prioritization skills.
• Excellent client relationship management skills, including preparing and delivering presentations.
• Structured, proactive, and able to work independently while aligning with team objectives.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills, with ability to prioritize and deliver tasks on time while maintaining high quality and consistent results.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and priorities to meet deadlines.

Our Benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, BlackRock offers 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. BlackRock remains 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.

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.

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

• VBA
• Python
• Power Automate
• SQL
• Alteryx
• Data Processing
• Workflow Automation
• Client Relationship Management
• Project Management
• Financial Data