Associate, Global Product Solutions – Product Development

About this role

Your team

The Global Product Solutions team oversees product development, product strategy and range management for pooled funds across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The team helps drive business strategy, innovation and commercialisation across Active, iShares and Private Markets. With more than 1,500 funds across 10 domiciles, the team aligns commercial priorities with distribution partners and advises on investment strategies, vehicle types and regulatory regimes to support strong client outcomes. The team’s work includes product development, market analysis, fund documentation and leadership of the Product Development Committee for new products and product changes.

Your role and impact

As a Product Developer, you will help deliver new investment products and manage lifecycle events for EMEA-domiciled mutual funds and exchange-traded funds. You will coordinate product initiatives across investments, distribution and corporate functions teams, helping translate market insights and client needs into well-governed product proposals. Through cross-functional and multi-jurisdictional projects, you will support the continued development of BlackRock’s regional product offering and contribute to an efficient and effective product development process.

Your responsibilities

In every role at BlackRock, you'll be expected to apply sound judgement and critical thinking to solve complex problems, adapt as the business evolves, and combine the curiosity to explore new approaches and technologies with the rigor to challenge the results. The scope of this role also includes the following responsibilities:

• Lead new product development and lifecycle events for EMEA-domiciled mutual funds and exchange-traded funds.
• Partner with internal investment, distribution and corporate functions teams to advance product agendas and strategic priorities.
• Develop product proposals informed by market research, client needs and the competitive landscape.
• Lead significant projects and platform initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
• Improve resource efficiency by identifying and addressing gaps or inefficiencies in the product development process.
• Build and maintain a detailed understanding of BlackRock’s processes, operating environment, competitive landscape and investment products, while communicating the specific requirements of the funds to business partners.

Your experience

• Relevant experience in investment management, specifically in a product development-related role.
• Relevant experience of product development processes, including internal governance, board governance and engagement with local regulators.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience presenting to senior internal and external audiences is preferred.
• Strong understanding of asset management products and liquid asset classes.
• Knowledge of relevant European regulations, including the Sustainable Financial Disclosure Regulation and Consumer Duty, is preferred.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to establish effective relationships and collaborate with colleagues across BlackRock globally.

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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

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.