About this role
BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock’s mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We have a responsibility to be the voice of the investor, and we represent each client fairly and equally. Constant communication with a diverse team of partners strengthens us and delivers better results for our clients. Continuous innovation helps us bring the best of BlackRock to our clients. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.
Insurance Investment Solutions: Associate
The Insurance Solutions Group provides a wide range of advisory, portfolio construction, capital formation and whole portfolio solutions to insurers globally. Within the Insurance Solutions Group, the Insurance Investment Solutions team combines its knowledge of insurance liabilities, asset-liability management, insurance regulation and financial modelling with portfolio construction, asset allocation and risk management expertise to support BlackRock's insurance clients, partners and investment teams with the design and delivery of tailored mandates and investor risk assessments.
The Insurance Investment Solutions team is hiring for an Associate in the Americas region to support the team’s responsibilities below. Insurance Investment Solutions Associates are regional insurance investment experts who assess local needs and work with client and investment teams to design and deliver appropriate mandates for insurers.
Responsibilities:
Assist with BlackRock’s coverage of insurers (particularly C-Suite officers, the Head of ALM, the Chief Actuary and Head of Asset Allocation) through technical engagement of enterprise objectives and the implications of these objectives on their investment strategy with a view to building relationships based on knowledge and trust which lead to the origination of commercial opportunities
Work directly with clients and internal partner teams on advisory engagements focused on asset allocation, risk and capital management, and ALM with a view to guiding the client towards the most appropriate investment solution or investment product given their unique considerations and objectives
Support all internal portfolio management and product strategy teams, and all distribution channels across the platform, with insurance investment, regulatory, accounting and liability expertise to help them position or design investment management products and services in a way that is appropriate for insurers
Develop a thorough knowledge of BlackRock’s capabilities, products and services, and integrate this knowledge into analytical solutions for insurers. Identify gaps in existing provision and drive the development of new services
Assist with the production of insurance focused research and thought leadership publications
Maintain strong relationships with internal partners in the BlackRock Investment Institute (economists), Financial Modelling Group (quantitative modelers), Financial Institutions Group (client relationship managers), and relevant investment teams to drive holistic portfolio solutions for insurers to generate strong commercial outcomes
Skills / Qualifications / Experiences:
At least 3 years of professional experience in insurance investment strategy or related experience gained via an asset manager, investment bank, consultancy, or insurance company
Practical experience and/or knowledge of investment strategy design, asset classes, and asset-liability management techniques used by insurers
Some familiarity with the accounting, regulatory, risk management and strategic frameworks under which insurers in the region operate
Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex topics to non-technical individuals, both verbally and in writing
Excellent problem-solving abilities, intellectual curiosity, and experience understanding and solving complex issues
High level of integrity enabling the candidate to become a trusted partner to clients and peers
Proficiency in Python, VBA, R, or other programming languages a plus
Progress towards or attainment of professional designations such as CFA, FRM, CAIA, FSA, etc. would be viewed favorably, but not essential
For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$116,000.00 - USD$155,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.