Responsibilities
- Manage end‑to‑end trade workflows in Aladdin, proactively resolving issues, validating cash and positions, and reducing operational risk through targeted Excel/SQL checks.
- Apply strong understanding of the full trade lifecycle and downstream dependencies to ensure accurate execution and minimize exceptions.
- Utilize Aladdin Front Office tools—including OMS, pre‑trade compliance checks, live blotters, exposure dashboards, and analytics—to manage orders and monitor real‑time positions.
- Leverage Aladdin post‑trade views such as allocation status, confirmation/matching queues, and settlement ladders to anticipate operational issues.
- Identify and escalate operational risks early, communicating effectively with Trading, Post‑Trade Operations, and external counterparties.
Requirements
- 5+ years hands‑on experience with BlackRock Aladdin Front Office functionality, including trade blotters, matching tools, IBOR dashboards, and cash ladders.
- Strong knowledge of the trade lifecycle, operational controls, and investment operations processes.
- Proficiency in Excel and SQL for intraday data validation, reconciliations, and portfolio/client reporting support.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly in a fast‑paced trading environment.
- Excellent communication skills with experience collaborating across Trading, Operations, and external partners.
Benefits
- Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commissions, or other incentive programs, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, etc.
Work Arrangement
On-site
Additional Information
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa currently.
- Candidates must reside in one of the following U.S. states: AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WI, and Washington DC. Candidates residing outside these states are not eligible for consideration currently.
- ADA Specifications: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
