Transactions Operations and Client Relationship Specialist, Analyst/Associate

About this role

The Private Data Service (PDS) team provides world-class expertise in the collection and validation of investment data for investors in alternative assets. PDS streamlines the exchange of data between limited and general partners, allowing investors the continuous access to accurate and standardized data, and is a part of Aladdin Business. The Aladdin Business is comprised of 1,200+ professionals responsible for implementing and supporting our Aladdin clients, sales, and marketing, and ensuring the Aladdin Community maximizes Aladdin products through engagement and education.

We are looking for Process-Driven Data Analysts with a strong financial background to join our data governance team. Our client enhances the lending capacity of Financial Intermediaries and stimulates bank lending to small and medium sized enterprises by providing guarantees that encourage increase lending volumes. Financial Intermediaries include institutions specializing in financial transactions, such as banks, insurance companies, investment banks, pension, and mutual funds.  

Key responsibilities: 

• Input cash-flow-related administrative data across various product lines (e.g., processing drawdowns and repayments of Private Equity funds, guarantee calls, and disbursement requests). 

• Reconcile cash positions with intermediaries. 

• Maintain daily communication with fund managers and the client to obtain information necessary for successful operations. 

• Responsibility for driving and delivering client experience and needs, through daily interactions. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a similar field, or an equivalent combination of education. 

• Minimum of 2 years` relevant professional experience in financial administration, financial securities, finance or audit - preferably within a multinational environment. 

• Strong customer service and data management expertise, with a passion for delivering service excellence.  

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and internal stakeholders at all organisational levels. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional EU languages such as French, Spanish or Italian is an advantage. 

• Ambitious, creative, proactive, problem-solving mindset, with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, and a willingness to grow beyond the comfort zone. 

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills, with ability to prioritize tasks and consistently deliver high-quality and consistent results.  

• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and control personal workload to meet deadlines effectively. 

• Reliable and trusted team player, demonstrating integrity and strong and ethical standards. Motivated to contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team in a dynamic and impactful environment.  

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications, with the ability to quickly learn proprietary systems. 

• Experience with tools such as Alteryx, VBA, eFront or Tableau are an advantage.  

• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and able to respond swiftly and effectively to new situations in a client-focused, high-quality service environment.  

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.