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Veterans Transition Program-Associate, Investment Performance Analysis

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BlackRock

Veterans Transition Program-Associate, Investment Performance Analysis

Wilmington, DE

About this role

Veterans Transition Program-Associate, Investment Performance Analysis

We recognize that veterans bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock thanks to their extraordinary backgrounds and experiences. The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world's largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.

Over the course of the Program, participants will:

  • Join teams and have an immediate impact;
  • Immerse themselves in the work of their teams;
  • Gain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;
  • Be supported through training and mentorship;
  • Get exposure to senior leaders;
  • Participate in social and networking opportunities.

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Program Structure:

The program begins with an orientation where you'll learn about BlackRock's principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You'll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients. Following orientation, you'll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.

Team:

The Performance Measurement & Attribution (PMA) team is a member Global Accounting and Product Services (GAAPS) group within Technology & Operations. PMA is responsible for investment performance analysis, oversight, and attribution. The team engages with a diverse set of teams to develop, deliver and operationalize the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Performance Attribution. This includes assessment, design, build, and delivery of platform tools & methodologies to address a range of internal and external analytical needs.

Servicing the needs of the global client base, the demands for accurate, timely & insightful performance data is central to many of the organizational core objectives. Products covered are the spectrum of Mutual Funds, ETF's, segregated clients and investment asset classes including Fixed Income, Multi-Asset, Equity and Alternatives.

Do you enjoy problem-solving, collaborating, and making connections? We build upon a foundation in performance to provide investment and technology solutions with a purpose to help our clients meet their goals! The team levers technology and project management to improve existing processes that optimize data delivery and analysis. PMA aligns solutions to our evolving client needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with teams globally to present a consistent client experience catalyzing a common culture; lead attribution analysis as an authority!
  • Coordinate accurate and timely performance information across several fund groups while understanding the flow of information and data between the various groups and systems
  • Maintain efficient control procedures for gathering, analyzing and disclosing all operations related activities; ensure best practices
  • Support and complete various efficiency and capacity-building performance reporting initiatives, including automation/standardization efforts by using the full scope of BlackRock's technology platform

Knowledge/Experience/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent; prior experience with business modeling techniques and/or attribution tools
  • Experience with performance tools and different fund ranges at external fund administrators a plus; SQL, Python, and VBA experience a plus.
  • Ability to work independently, show strong problem-solving acumen with high attention to detail, an able to synthesize information, summarize issues, and take initiative
  • Forward-thinking & project oriented; able to demonstrate initiative to undertake and complete projects
  • Strong interpersonal skills - both oral and written
  • Passionate about learning new technologies, and eager to delving into Aladdin attribution.
  • A positive, get the job done attitude, and flexible to an ever-changing environment.

Competencies:

We pride ourselves on our diverse approaches and thinking styles. We want an excellent communicator (verbal and written), who displays strong interpersonal interactions, and can operate in a distributed team environment. Someone with a sharp control/risk mitigation attitude, and positive get-the-job-done demeanor.

Where will I be based?

This role will be based in our Wilmington, Delaware Office

Program Eligibility:

  • Minimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service
  • < 5 years of civilian work experience
  • Bachelor's degree obtained pre- or post-military service
  • Open to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service
  • Must be able to commence employment in October 2025

Application Deadline:

  • June, 27 2025

For Wilmington, DE Only the salary range for this position is USD$95,000.00 - USD$130,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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 Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. 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.

Client-provided location(s): Wilmington, DE, USA
Job ID: blackrock-R253246
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Life Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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