Quantitative Researcher (Model Portfolio Solutions), Multi-Asset Solutions (MASS), Vice President

About this role Team Overview You are joining the Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team which is the investment group that sits at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of the firm’s index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver investment outcomes and ground-breaking alpha insights. We are one of the fastest growing businesses of BlackRock and see a further acceleration of whole portfolio conversations in the years ahead. Why is your role important? BlackRock is seeking an experienced Team Lead / Quantitative researcher (VP) to join the regional business and focus on International; this role will be based in Gurgaon. Building on our global platform, the VP will lead the Gurgaon-based pod, providing oversight across ongoing dashboard & technology tools, multi-asset quant research and portfolio construction initiatives, while ensuring work is tightly prioritized and consistently translated into implementable, high-impact outcomes for the broader MPS International business. Success in this role will require strong analytical and quantitative skills and experience, evidenced by an advanced degree and significant experience in investments or financial markets, with the ideal candidate having deep experience with multi-asset investing and quantitative research. In addition, the candidate should possess the ability to collaborate effectively with a global team of researchers and portfolio managers across MASS and the wider BlackRock community, and should possess strong communication skills. The successful candidate will have a track record of leading research-to-delivery outcomes, contributing to investment performance, and communicating results to internal stakeholders and/or clients. In this role the Researcher & Portfolio Manager will: Provide leadership, prioritization, and delivery oversight for the Gurgaon-based research team supporting MPS International. Work with the team leadership to continuously refine the research roadmap: identify, size, sequence, and deliver the highest-impact research projects aligned to business needs. Implement these insights in client portfolios and models, using them to deliver investment performance that meets or exceeds client expectations. Drive translation of insights into portfolios and models—partnering with portfolio managers to implement research in a controlled, production-ready manner that meets or exceeds client expectations. Remain current on developments in global financial markets and economics, with a focus on International. Leverage BlackRock’s infrastructure and global practices to help evolving MPS International research-investment process. Support the development of new products and solutions from inception to launch. Help with investment commentary and promotion of MASS funds and mandates. Build partnerships and strong working relationships What are we looking for? Bachelor’s degree essential, and Postgraduate degree/CFA holder preferred. 7 years of experience related to portfolio management and/or investment research. Strong people-leadership and team-management capability: experience setting priorities, coaching talent, driving execution discipline, and creating a high-accountability, high-collaboration environment Good knowledge of quantitative finance theory and investment processes. Creativity and capability to move ideas to implementable investment insights. Good communication and presentation skills, and proficient in English. Advanced programming skills and experience — Python language is a must; and familiarity with Bloomberg. Must possess a strong work ethic and must be a team player. 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) s ... (truncated, view full listing at source)