Infrastructure Solutions – Junior Portfolio Manager, Associate

at  BlackRock

Description
About this role
Job Purpose/Background:
BIS is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious individual interested in working in a fast-paced, international environment as a member of a closely-knit team in the alternative investment industry. The candidate assumes a multi-faceted role which requires a passion for infrastructure investments, an entrepreneurial spirit, strong analytical and conceptual skills, flexibility, as well as dedicated client service orientation.
As part of the Portfolio Management team the candidate will support the entire lifespan of an investor’s infrastructure portfolio from objective setting and portfolio planning, portfolio construction, performance tracking & analytics as well as platform-strategic projects.
The candidate will be responsible for leading a broad set of activities across portfolio construction and ongoing monitoring, which requires developing a broad understanding of BIS’ business and investment strategies. In fulfilling his/her tasks the position holder will have the opportunity to closely interact with other departments within BlackRock such as Product Strategy, Investment Management, the Sustainability Team, Risk Management & Quantitative Analysis, Legal, Tax, Fund Administration, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to portfolio planning and tailor-made portfolio construction in line with investors’ portfolio objectives including during the marketing or launch phase of a new client portfolio
• Responsible for portfolio modelling and analytics such as cash flow and NAV projections as well as leading other quantitative and qualitative portfolio analyses
• Support a fair allocation process across all BIS managed portfolio
• Support and drive ESG thought leadership for investor portfolios
• Support RFP process for mandates and new products
• Prepare portfolio performance reviews, assist with exposure analyses and stress testing
• Follow industry trends and provide thought leadership for portfolio construction
• Develop varied industry- or client-related analyses

Knowledge/Experience:

• Demonstrated record of academic achievement and leadership
• 1-3 years experience in the financial services / asset management / private market industry and/or consulting
• Fluency in English and other languages (in particular German, French or Japanese) a plus
• Full proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of Python (or equivalent) a plus

Skills/Competencies:

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Knowledge of the infrastructure investment environment and/ or portfolio management background preferable
• Strong service orientation
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to synthesize complex ideas
• Ability to work as part of an internationally distributed team
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

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.

• Contribute to portfolio planning and tailor-made portfolio construction in line with investors’ portfolio objectives including during the marketing or launch phase of a new client portfolio
• Responsible for portfolio modelling and analytics such as cash flow and NAV projections as well as leading other quantitative and qualitative portfolio analyses
• Support a fair allocation process across all BIS managed portfolio
• Support and drive ESG thought leadership for investor portfolios
• Support RFP process for mandates and new products
• Prepare portfolio performance reviews, assist with exposure analyses and stress testing
• Follow industry trends and provide thought leadership for portfolio construction
• Develop varied industry- or client-related analyse