About this role
Aladdin Product, Product Manager
BlackRock is the world’s leading asset management firm and Aladdin is the central nervous system for investment professionals to see their whole portfolio, understand risk exposure, and act with precision. It is a $1BN+ technology business that has significant growth aspirations over the next five years. Being a part of BlackRock means being a part of a community of smart, results-oriented people who are pursuing some of the world’s most sophisticated financial challenges. And our founder-led culture has maintained its results-oriented feel — we work hard, we work as a team, and we work with purpose. Being a member of Aladdin Product means working with the best in the industry to build innovative products that shape financial markets.
Sitting at the intersection of business and technology, the Aladdin Product Management team works closely with developers, researchers, and other stakeholders to innovate, conceptualize, design and pilot new capabilities across the investment lifecycle. As a Product Manager, you will have a positive impact on developing the product vision and leading day to day execution of the roadmap. There are many strategic areas that need exploration, evaluation, and prioritization, while in parallel ensuring that the tactical needs for continuing to deliver the product are met.
You are:
Passionate about building technical solutions in partnership with engineering teams
A self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems that deepen our understanding of end users
Curious to learn new skills and willing to embrace work outside of your comfort zone
Comfortable challenging the status quo and using your entrepreneurial spirit to create new solutions
A team player who is energized by working in a fast paced environment
We are:
Passionate about building innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients
Comfortable challenging the status quo
Curious about financial markets and the technology ecosystem
Results oriented & metrics driven
Committed to fostering a purpose driven culture and working horizontally to break down silos
Skills / Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in product management / business analysis / client service that includes building and launching technology in a B2B or B2C market
Dedicated interest in understanding, detailing, and mastering related workflows
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
Bias for action and willingness to take risks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make data driven decisions and deliver results quickly
Comfort working in ambiguous situations and proactively addressing complex business challenges.
Ability to operate independently and take initiative in driving product strategy forward.
Preference for and demonstrated success in a team-oriented environment
BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or equivalent practical experience
Primary Responsibilities:
Partner with teams across Aladdin to drive forward strategic product decisions that accelerate the Whole Portfolio offering
Define and document detailed product requirements and design product specifications
Attend and help manage key agile development rituals such as stand-ups, planning, demos, and retrospectives
Develop, prioritize, and maintain roadmaps, provide quarterly updates on deliverables and create content for management communications
Work with team leadership to maintain Aha! boards across the program (maintaining and managing the product backlog)
Keep abreast of the competitive landscape and new opportunities for partnership
Become a subject matter expert and provide technical/industry expertise to both sales and clients directly on how to leverage the Aladdin offering
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.
