CorePM Portfolio Manager (Systematic Active Equity) | Associate / Vice President

BlackRock • San Francisco, CA

392d • $125,000 - $209,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Systematic Active Equity (SAE) Core PM Portfolio Manager role at BlackRock involves managing client assets through a quantitative investment approach. The position focuses on portfolio implementation and management across Developed and Emerging Market portfolios, ensuring adherence to risk-controlled processes. The role offers significant opportunities for impact within the SAE team and contributes to the overall success of the business.

Requirements

• Degree in a quantitative field (e.g. computer science, engineering, physics, math, finance, or economics)
• 2+ years in a portfolio management-related or trading role, preferably with equities, futures, and FX experience
• Knowledge of Aladdin; programming skills in Python, MATLAB or other languages or tools are desirable
• Knowledge of iShares and ETF portfolio management is a plus
• Attention to detail, with a desire to work across a wide range of portfolio types and activities
• Interpersonal skills that align with and contribute to a culture of teamwork and constant learning

Nice To Haves

• Experience with quantitative investment strategies
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio cash flows including subscriptions, redemptions and equitizations
• Manage portfolio FX exposures
• Manage derivative lifecycle events for futures, TRS, FX forwards, and options
• Manage daily processes and rebalance activity for active ETFs and other portfolios
• Rebalance futures, FX overlay and portable alpha strategies
• Ensure portfolios remain in compliance with their investment guidelines
• Monitor, submit elections, and ensure proper processing of corporate actions
• Deliver operational excellence and foster a culture of investment risk control and compliance
• Work alongside SAE Portfolio Management, Product Strategy and Research, and Business Management teams to execute key commercial initiatives and on-board new products, mandates and clients
• Partner with BlackRock business partners to drive system enhancements, and investment and trading process improvements

Benefits

• Strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees