About this rolePosition Overview We are seeking a strategic relationship manager who can bridge institutional client relationship management with knowledge of client industry needs, financial markets, and the broader Aladdin ecosystem. The successful candidate will help maximize BlackRock's client value proposition, advance client outcomes, and deepen enterprise adoption of Aladdin.
Key Responsibilities - Own and expand relationships with clients' senior management, including CIOs, CROs, CFOs, COOs, CTOs, and Heads of Desks, to understand business objectives and help clients use Aladdin expertise to achieve their firm's goals.
- Connect client executives with senior BlackRock leaders when appropriate to further strengthen the overall relationship and help facilitate opportunities for BlackRock asset management mandates.
- Cultivate and mobilize an extensive network of BlackRock partners across functions to orchestrate holistic, enterprise-wide solutions tailored to each client's strategic needs.
- Understand each client's business challenges and propose Aladdin-enabled solutions that drive value and adoption.
- Assist clients in leveraging Aladdin to its fullest across the entire investment and portfolio lifecycle.
- Own the commercial success and financial outcomes for clients, including renewals, new product subscriptions, and changes to fee structure.
- Partner with Business Development and clients to identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities for additional Aladdin products and services, and drive those opportunities to successful outcomes.
- Ensure client product feedback is communicated to Product Managers and work with Product Management and other internal stakeholders to guide and align future development by bringing the voice of the client to the table.
- Stay current on industry trends to help clients stay ahead of changing conditions and further strengthen standing as a trusted advisor.
- Engage with clients to define strategic and tactical initiatives to resolve issues, expand adoption, and embed Aladdin. Partner with internal value delivery teams to ensure execution from project inception through realization of the desired future state.
Qualifications - 7+ years of work experience in financial services or consulting.
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Engineering preferred.
- Strong interest in FinTech and financial institutions, including banks and insurance companies, and/or asset management.
- Strong background in buy-side investment management, risk management, and/or middle-office workflows preferred.
- Strong understanding of fixed income and equity securities, markets, and their operational workflows; knowledge of alternative investments and their lifecycle is a plus.
- High level of comfort with complexity across quantitative, technological, and process-oriented topics.
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts simply and clearly to a range of audiences.
Preferred Skills and Experience - Experience with SQL, UNIX, BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI, similar tools, and/or Aladdin is a plus.
- Proficiency with commonly used AI tools, such as Copilot and ChatGPT, and customer relationship management platforms.
- CFA, FRM, CIMA, or CAIA certification is a plus but not
For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$147,500.00 - USD$195,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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.For Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$132,000.00 - USD$180,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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 benefitsTo 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 modelBlackRock'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 candidatesAt 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.
