Business Manager - Aladdin, Associate at BlackRock

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Asset Management, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following areas (or similar): business management, HR/talent acquisition, financial planning/analysis, vendor management, or procurement
Undergraduate degree required, with an MBA or advanced degree desirable
Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate upcoming deliverables and objectives, influence stakeholders and effectively manage programs with clear and inclusive guidance
Advanced PowerPoint and Writing Skills: Ability to produce quality presentations and synthesize key information using data and analytics
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to engage a diverse set of stakeholders, build long term relationships, and create a collaborative and approachable environment, especially when working across departments or on time sensitive matters
Self-Starter: High level of self-motivation, able to own and drive things forward, gathering feedback and identifying ways to do things better along the way
Problem Solving: Structured critical thinker with superior problem-solving abilities who can organize people under pressure and pull in key decision makers to prioritize issues and respond to senior leaders
Advanced Excel Skills: Significant hands-on Excel and data management experience is a must. Ability to track and manipulate significant datasets using disparate data sources, and the ability to design dynamic tooling that solves problems. Able to tell a compelling story by leveraging data, metrics, and visualizations
DEI: Demonstrate integrity and a commitment to inclusion and diversity
Nice to Have: Experience with HRIS tools (Workday)

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain relationships with our internal (often technical) stakeholders and leadership
Capture requirements, connect them business value, and translate them into easily understood reporting and actionable plans
Manage horizontal relationships with centralized support teams such as FP&A, Accounting, Vendor Management, Talent Acquisition, HRBP, and more
Help shape and manage our budget
Become a subject matter expert in one or more of our core focus areas
Join meetings to learn from senior leaders about strategic relationships, direction, and governance, and summarize key points and follow ups
Oversee multiple reporting and business intelligence systems, ensuring we can effectively measure performance and use data to inform decision making
Prepare presentations on strategic growth, financial performance, operational governance, and other critical items
Partner with senior leaders across the org to understand spending needs and connect business value to our financial processes
Partner with horizontal support teams and internal stakeholders on annual budgeting planning exercises
Focus on process improvement, finding ways to achieve the desired outcomes with fewer manual touchpoints while simultaneously improving transparency to key stakeholders
Collaborate with internal partners to identify and facilitate technology or efficiency enhancements to address the evolving needs of our business
Draft and coordinate leadership messaging (e.g., strategy updates, QBRs, town halls, leadership offsites)
Prepare talking points, presentations, and key updates for senior leaders

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Budget ManagementP&LHeadcount PlanningRecruitingVendor ManagementStakeholder ManagementFinancial PlanningReportingBusiness IntelligenceData AnalysisProcess ImprovementPresentation SkillsTalent Acquisition

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for this Business Manager role?

Candidates need 3+ years of relevant experience in business management, HR/talent acquisition, financial planning/analysis, vendor management, or procurement, along with an undergraduate degree (MBA or advanced degree desirable).

What key skills are needed for this position?

Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders and manage programs, advanced PowerPoint and writing skills for presentations and synthesizing information, and interpersonal skills are required.

Is this a remote position, or is there a location requirement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of person excels in this Business Manager role?

The ideal candidate is a passionate, hardworking, self-motivated go-getter with a unique blend of people and business skills, plus experience in relevant areas like business management or financial planning.

BlackRock

About BlackRock

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1988Year Founded

$78,647.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

FDIC scrutiny could lead to regulatory challenges for BlackRock.

Workforce reduction may indicate internal financial pressures or strategic shifts.

Involvement in Yangzijiang Shipbuilding exposes BlackRock to geopolitical risks.

Differentiation

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, reached over $50 billion in assets quickly.

The firm is developing a layer-2 tokenized real-world asset platform on Ethereum.

BlackRock's partnership with Frax Finance enhances its stablecoin market presence.

Upsides

IBIT's success attracts a broader range of cryptocurrency investors.

The Ethereum platform positions BlackRock as a leader in blockchain financial services.

Partnership with Frax Finance enhances digital finance offerings and compliance.

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