BlackRock Alternative Advisors - Product Specialist, Associate/Vice President

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DescriptionAbout this role. Business Unit Overview: BlackRock Alternative Investors (BAI) is the dedicated Alternatives division within BlackRock with more than $275b in AUM across direct and multi-manager Hedge Fund strategies, Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Assets and Alternative Solutions. BlackRock Alternative Advisors (BAA), is BLK's dedicated hedge fund solutions unit, and manages over $30 billion (as of September 30, 2021) in a wide range of multi-manager absolute return and co-investment strategies for a broadly diversified, global client base. The BAA team is responsible for representing our hedge fund solutions services to external clients and internal partners. BAA is seeking to hire a product strategist who will be responsible for supporting our business growth and client retention across a range of investor types and customized capabilities. The candidate should have knowledge in alternative investments with strength in the universe of hedge fund strategies, demonstrating an ability to effectively communicate investment content and market dynamics in written and verbal context to clients, prospects and internal teams. Job Purpose/Background: The BAA Product Specialist team is responsible for growing and retaining client investments in BAA products. This Product Specialist role will be a member of the EMEA region working with current clients, and prospective clients. The role will report directly to the head of the EMEA PS region and will have heavy interaction with the Global Head of Product Strategy and the BAA broader Investment team, in addition to working with BlackRock sales and client channels. The nature of BAA sales is grounded on consultative communication, and the candidate must demonstrate strength in developing materials and commercial narratives to support business development and client retention. The role requires significant collaboration with other BAA team members, as well as client and sales channels BlackRock's Institutional Client Business (ICB), Global Consultant Relations (GCR), BlackRock Alternatives Specialists (BAS), and BlackRock Wealth. Key Responsibilities: Working in partnership with the EMEA PS regional team to support and lead engagement with clients in substantive conversations related to portfolio allocations across hedge fund strategies. Develop technical strength on investment aspects related to our process and our client portfolios. Create, develop and maintain materials to assist in building awareness both internally and externally of BAA capabilities, unique selling points, marketing and providing performance updates. Engage with internal constituents across BlackRock client and sales channels to help team position BAA investment capabilities and service current clients. Additional responsibilities include conducting research and developing written content and marketing materials in support of prospect development and client relationship management. Skills/Qualifications: Strong research and communication (verbally and written) skills to clearly articulate sophisticated concepts, ideas, and processes. High level of attention to detail and commerciality. Demonstration of strong critical thinking. Previous experience in alternatives a plus. Natural curiosity and interest in capital markets and advanced investment strategies. Collaborative and cooperative approach to tasks. Ability to manage multiple complex projects at the same time. Presence and credibility to effectively represent BAA internally and externally. Ambitious work ethic and professional disposition. High attention to detail and drive for quality. Unimpeachable integrity with an uncompromised reputation. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and ability to develop familiarity and skill using proprietary technology. CFA or CAIA additive. 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. 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. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit careers.blackrock.com || | | LinkedIn: BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.