Associate, Equities Trading

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. The Global Trading business executes trades on behalf of all portfolio management teams at the firm. The team is organized along regions and asset classes, providing the best service to our investment teams, and achieving optimal outcomes for our clients. We believe BlackRock’s size and scale serves as a distinct advantage, uniquely positioning us to access liquidity and deliver consistently strong execution.

 

Business Unit Overview:

The Equity Trading team in New York is part of the Global Trading group within BlackRock Global Markets (BGM) and is responsible for executing equity and equity derivative orders in the Americas.  This includes substantial volumes of cash equities, CFDs, listed and OTC derivatives.  The desk supports a variety of internal investment teams, including global macro, stock selection, ETFs, index funds and transition management.  

 

Responsibilities:

• Seek to provide Best Execution across a range of equity derivative products (listed and OTC equity options, futures, ETFs, etc.) for all of BlackRock’s internal businesses

• Manage equity orders in a logical, risk-controlled manner with a high sensitivity to fiduciary responsibilities

• Generate and enhance trading reports that analyze large data sets for Best Execution

• Monitor market activity in areas of specialization and provide feedback to portfolio managers

• Support investment teams in terms of information flow, trade ideas and data requests

• Oversee day-to-day administrative issues in support of trading activities and liaison with trading operations

• Pro-actively contribute to the investment process to both reduce transaction costs and identify outperformance opportunities

• Work with internal eTrading and Trading Research groups to innovate systems, trading analytics, and coordinate implementation

• Develop and maintain essential external relationships as required for Best Execution

Qualifications:

• BA/BS or higher degree(s) - Economics, mathematics, engineering, physical science preferred, but all majors considered

• 2-5 years of relevant equity trading experience with equity option and derivatives experience preferred

• Data analysis or financial coding skills preferred (Python, R, SQL, etc.)

• Basic understanding of fundamentals and concepts of portfolio/risk management

• Extensive experience using electronic/algorithmic execution tools

• Demonstrated proficiency with trading technology across various trading systems/platforms (FlexTrader and BBG EMSX experience preferred)

• Comprehensive understanding of the liquidity and microstructure of equity markets

• Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners and stakeholders

• Analytical and creative approach to solving complex problems

• Well organized, disciplined approach to work with a high level of attention to detail

• Willingness to learn and trade new asset classes and trading strategies

• Strong work ethic with high degree of self-motivation

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.

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