Proven experience working in a team environment, collaborating with peer researchers and engineers
Ability to collaborate with team members in other regions
Expertise in quantitative financial models (e.g., linear factor models, Value-at-Risk methodologies, volatility and covariance matrix estimation, portfolio stress testing & scenario analytics)
Familiarity with sophisticated econometric/statistical methods and tools
Responsibilities
Lead research and development of model governance workstreams as an individual contributor
Gradually grow into an experienced researcher with expertise to represent and present models and analytics to internal stakeholders and Aladdin clients
Focus on analytics project work related to streamlining the development of new portfolio risk models
Expand the model testing framework
Build a robust research platform
Work in conjunction with senior modelers in the global team
Ensure models scale with the growing Analytics business and adhere to BlackRock’s rigorous standards of model governance