About this role Location: Edinburgh Opportunity: 6-month Contract Start Date: Monday September 16 2024 Application Closing Date: June 23 2024 BlackRock is delighted to partner with Career Returners on their returner Program, as they recognize talented professionals with different backgrounds and experiences bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock. About the BlackRock Returner Program The Returner Program is designed to encourage and support a return to full-time work through a six-month paid Returnship starting in September 2024. The returner program acts as a feeder to full-time permanent employment (subject to individual performance and market conditions). How we will support you: We will offer a variety of employee networks to help you integrate into the business and culture Provide a mentor and buddy for your day-to-day questions Provide coaching and peer support Eligibility criteria: A career break of at least 24 months (no upper limit). During your career break you may have been working small-scale around other commitments or have not done any paid work. Prior experience in Investment Management or Financial Services You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for the program. Job Purpose We are seeking a dynamic Specialist with a proven track record in data integration and data conversion to join our growing Integration Solutions Practice. This role is pivotal in scaling our projects across various asset classes and front-to-back Aladdin services, employing Aladdin’s Studio platform and its robust capabilities in data integration and onboarding – which include file-based mechanisms, APIs, and the Aladdin Data Cloud. This is a client-facing position offering an opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of internal stakeholders at BlackRock. Key Responsibilities As an Integration Solutions Specialist for the Aladdin Platform, you will play a crucial role on Aladdin client projects in orchestrating specific technology channels that cover client activities related to data integration and data conversion or onboarding. You will be responsible for driving our project channels, providing best practice guidance to our clients’ technology teams, and supporting those teams as they build their integration and transition their data to our platform. You will work closely with the core Aladdin implementation teams to deliver on client commitments. Your expertise will be instrumental in securing an on-time and on-budget project outcome. Your key responsibilities will include: Own and manage Aladdin channels across Data Interfaces, Data Conversions, and Data Cloud (ADC) Deployments Support the enablement of our clients working with Aladdin Studio technology and Aladdin data Gain an in-depth knowledge of Aladdin functionality and workflows to ensure the correct integration solutions are deployed and utilized Work closely with partners across the Aladdin business and platform to support client development needs Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field Fluency in English and excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey concepts clearly and simply Experience with financial systems integration, cloud-based computing, or automation tools and methodologies Understanding of finance and public or private markets, the investment lifecycle, and associated workflows Demonstrated problem-solving prowess and a proactive mindset Well-organized with strong project management capabilities Ability to work collaboratively and independently within a team environment Proficiency in SQL and a working knowledge of ETL processes is a must have Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R, APIs, and data transformation tools such as Alteryx Designer, is highly regarded Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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 Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law. BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients—from grandparents, doctors, and teachers to large institutions—turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. People join our firm from around the world to gain real-world experience while making an impact. Discover how you can have a career at BlackRock that's exciting, rewarding and full of possibilities.