About this role

The Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of BlackRock’s index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and innovative alpha insights. MASS constructs active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions across a wide spectrum of commingled funds, separate accounts, model portfolios, and outsourcing solutions in the wealth and institutional channels. Currently, MASS handles over $1 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in San Francisco, New York, London, Asia Pacific region, and a growing team in Budapest. Within MASS, the Income team is an established business responsible for running more than $25bn in income-oriented multi-asset portfolios globally, across a range of pooled vehicles and models.

About this role:

The MASS Income team is currently seeking a client-facing Vice President to market and represent Income portfolio strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of client skills, technical expertise and strategic vision, and will be driven to deliver outstanding results. We are seeking an individual who can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. The candidate should have a deep understanding of markets, customer needs and the competitive landscape, and be able to convey the differentiated nature of MASS Income’s strategies.

The Product Strategist role involves supporting all aspects of client engagement, including leading client review calls/meetings, developing and updating product marketing collateral, generating markets- and portfolio-based insights content, and managing inbound requests. In addition, the individual will have a high level of interaction with partners in distribution, help drive commercial strategy and be a part of strategic projects, including new product launches. The candidate will be expected to interact with senior investors across the team and the broader firm. The ideal candidate should be a student of the markets with a strong passion for macroeconomic themes and a familiarity with fundamentals across income generating asset classes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate product and market updates to external clients and internal stakeholders

• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, researchers and other product strategists to cultivate a deep understanding of our investment approach, portfolios and performance

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform product strategy decisions and drive the product roadmap

• Analyze and solve complex problems related to product strategy

• Develop and improve client presentations, commentary, marketing materials and RFPs

• Handle in-bound, ad hoc inquiries from existing and prospective clients and channel partners related to the portfolios, markets and competitors

Key Qualifications:

• 4-8 years of investment industry experience, progress toward CFA designation a plus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to synthesize and articulate complex issues and ideas

• Extensive knowledge of markets, customer needs, and the competitive landscape

• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with senior investors, sales & distribution, marketing, legal and other internal stakeholders

• Meticulous attention to detail, and superb organizational and time management skills

• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PPT, Excel) and experience working with technical concepts and analytical tools. Exposure to BlackRock’s Aladdin tools is a plus (Explore, ATX, PRT, others)

For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $147,500 - $209,500. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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.

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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