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About this role

Business Unit Overview

The iShares & Wealth UK team are responsible for client relationship management, strategy, and business development with BlackRock's clients across the UK including UK & Global Private Banks, UK Retail, Asset Managers, Digital Wealth providers, UK Wealth & Advisory Firms, key UK distribution platforms & UK retail Fund of Funds. This includes the distribution of iShares, Index Mutual Funds, Mutual Funds, liquid & illiquid Alternative Investments, and bespoke client solutions.

This position lies within the Banks coverage channel and will specifically focus on growing our relationships with UK & Global Private Banks. Within this, there will be a specific focus on driving whole portfolio interactions with CIOs, PMs and asset allocators across both tactical and strategic asset allocation.

Key responsibilities

This position is London based, focusing on delivering the full breadth of products across BlackRock’s platform including index funds & ETFs, active funds and alternatives, as well as working with relevant teams on bespoke solutions and technology. Given the scale of BlackRock’s platform, this will involve collaborating with global partner groups and being able to navigate the firm internally as required to deliver for our clients.

• Deepen relationships with key private banking relationships leveraging the entirety of BlackRock’s platform

• Own and develop our strategy for interacting with CIOs, PMs and asset allocators in the UK

• Contribute to the overall EMEA strategy, working with both management and marketing

• Act as a champion for markets for the iSW UK team

• Collaborate with the BlackRock Investment Institute and investment strategy to commercialise thought leadership around markets and portfolio research

• Translate market movements into commercial opportunities

• Drive portfolio consulting engagements

Knowledge/Experience

• 5-8 years of relevant industry experience

• Excellent knowledge of financial markets

• Ability to break down complex investment ideas and effectively communicate with clients

• Understanding of evolution of and current outlook for the UK and Global Private Banking landscape

• Understanding of different asset management products (index / active / alternatives) desirable but not required

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a minimum of a Bachelors degree.

• Fluency in English (verbal and written)

• Professional qualification such as CFA and IMC desirable but not required

• Knowledge of Bloomberg desirable but not required

Competencies

• Highly energized self-starter who is willing to constantly learn and adapt

• Desire to work in a past-paced, commercially orientated environment

• Outstanding communication and relationship management skills, being comfortable developing relationships across all seniority levels, both internally and externally

• Strong presentation / negotiation skills; able to leverage and enhance client relationships with a focus on commercial outcomes

• Ability to quickly assimilate and synthesise large volumes of information and effectively communicate these to internal and external stakeholders

• Motivated by a strong sense of purpose and driven by a relentless focus on clients

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer 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. 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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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.