Associate, Business and Platform Manager (COO team), BlackRock Global Markets (BGM)

BlackRock•Philadelphia, PA

4d•$95,000 - $127,500•Hybrid

About The Position

BlackRock Global Markets, of which the Liquidity & Financing team (L&F) is a part of, helps our clients solve their investment challenges and strives to deliver persistent, long-term investment performance. Our investment professionals benefit from the resources of a world-class technology firm that is differentiated by a team approach, integrated research and risk management. Everyone at BlackRock has a role to play in leading the firm’s future growth. We believe that diverse teams with complementary strengths are essential to our success. We are seeking an Associate to join the COO team with L&F, a team that integrates Securities Lending, Securities Financing, and Cash Management, delivering liquidity, lending, and financing solutions for clients globally. The team is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and strong governance, leveraging advanced technology and data-driven strategies to support persistent, long-term investment performance. Collaboration across regions and functions is central to our success, with a strong emphasis on talent development. As an Associate based in Philadelphia, you will have responsibilities spanning both the Business Management and Investment Platform & Transformation teams. This role offers exposure to platform transformation projects, and responsibilities which ensure that L&F operates at its full potential by strategically growing talent, efficiently overseeing risks, leading our budget, and ensuring strong governance. In this role, you will partner with leadership, L&F teams including Portfolio Managers and traders, in addition to cross-functional teams which will include Finance, Compliance, Operations, Technology.

Requirements

3 years’ professional experience in financial services or a related field
Self-starter with high energy, motivation, commitment to excellence and positive approach to business challenges
Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis and process automation
Intellectual curiosity in financial markets and an appetite for consistent learning.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Relationship Management: Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships
Critical thinker with strong analytical skills and ability to understand and translate complex issues