About this role

Company: BlackRock Investment Management, LLC

Job Title: Associate

Location: 725 Ponce De Leon Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30306

Job Duties: Perform daily portfolio management tasks: daily liquidity management, portfolio re-balancing, corporate action analysis, client activity, foreign exchange (FX) exposure, cash management, risk and performance monitoring - ensuring portfolios are positioned within investment parameters and guidelines and track within performance expectations. Analyze fund performance attribution and understand sources of portfolio risk relative to the benchmark. Possess sound knowledge of index methodologies of various index providers such as MSCI, Standard and Poor's, FTSE, and Dow Jones. Engage with global teams to identify and drive process improvements that lower risk and increase efficiency. Participate in project work and systems testing. Establish portfolio management practices that can be shared globally.

Qualifications: Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field and one (1) year of experience as a Summer Analyst, Manager, Assistant Manager or a related role. In the alternative, the employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field and three (3) years of experience as a Summer Analyst, Manager, Assistant Manager or a related role. Must have one (1) year of experience with: Analyzing sources of portfolio return and risk relative to benchmarks, including factor-based and sector-based attribution; and Knowledge of U.S. and international equity markets, including market structure, trading dynamics, and macroeconomic influences. Must have any amount of experience with: Portfolio management strategies including risk models, index construction methodologies, and asset allocation strategies including target date funds; Portfolio risk attribution and transaction cost analysis including interpretation of risk metrics and integration into portfolio construction and oversight; Knowledge of 40 Act regulatory frameworks governing mutual funds and ETFs, including the ETF Ecosystem, creation and redemption process and custom in-kind transactions; Technology solutions related to portfolio management, trading and data analytics using Python and SQL; Manage FX exposures across global portfolios, including daily oversight of currency positions, overdrafts, and rebalancing activities; Knowledge of index rules and rebalancing mechanics across major providers such as MSCI, S&P, FTSE, and Dow Jones; and Interpreting and applying index changes, including IPO inclusions, deletions, and corporate actions including mergers, spinoffs, and dividends.

Salary: $128,500 - 140,000

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For Atlanta, GA Only the salary range for this position is USD$0.00 - USD$0.00 . 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 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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At 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.