Portfolio Analytics Specialist, Associate

About this role Join a diverse and collaborative team of technologists in the Portfolio Analytics Group (PAG) who are responsible for the research and development of applied analytical solutions for BlackRock. PAG leverages the Aladdin technology stack, risk & performance models, and data to build solutions addressing specific business problems – pro blems that require data-driven insights for decision making. This group is part of the Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE) division which owns Aladdin’s financial models and the resulting analytics used by portfolio and risk management professionals both within and outside BlackRock. Given the diversity of business objectives within BlackRock and across the external Aladdin client community, the models developed and supported by AFE span a wide array of financial products (equities, fixed income, commodities, derivatives, and private markets). The PAG team is hiring for 3 associate positions in London to deliver analytics that support: BLK Private Markets , embedding solutions into workflows and decision making across the investment lifecycle e.g. , investment due diligence, cashflow forecasting, and portfolio monitoring . BLK Multi-Asset Strategies , delivering solutions across the asset allocation and portfolio construction lifecycle e.g. , s trategic a sset a llocation, t actical a sset a llocation, and risk budgeting . Client & Product Analytics , delivering solutions to achieve BlackRock’s asset-gathering goals and management of the product lifecycle e.g. , new analytics for complex products on blackrock.com , competitive product positionin g, and analytical frameworks for identifying gaps and oppo rtunities . Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to embed advanced analytics directly into business workflows and decision making Design, build, and support new analytical capabilities with partner teams to meet emerging requirements and unlock new opportunities Develop deep expertise in Aladdin analytical capabilities and AFE financial models Collaborate closely with quantitative researchers and engineers across AFE to deliver scalable, innovative, high impact solutions impact solutions Build and manage strong relationships with partner teams to drive execution from idea generation through delivery Communicate insights and solutions clearly and compellingly through meetings, presentations, and written materials Apply strong project management and communication skills across initiatives - setting direction, driving momentum, coordinating execution, and providing clear, timely updates to partners Key qualifications/experience include: 3 years of experience in a highly analytical role within financial services Strong critical thinker with a proven track record of using technology to deliver impactful analytical solutions Strong P ython programming skills – including working knowledge of analytical libraries and of complex codebase Proficiency with software development process tools such as ADO, git etc. Experience with SQL for managing and accessing data is a plus Proven success in contributing to cross functional , technical projects from idea to delivery functional, technical projects from idea to delivery Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships across the business Strong communicator and collaborative team player, able to explain complex concepts clearly to technical and non technical audiences Naturally curious and driven, with a deep interest in understanding how processes work and a creative approach to solving unconventional problems Continuous ‑ learning mindset with a strong desire to learn new skills, tools, and technologies Self - motivated and adaptable, able to work independently while thriving in a fast paced , team - oriented environment motivated and adaptable, able to work independently while thriving in a fast paced , team ... (truncated, view full listing at source)