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SalaryAbout this role
BlackRock is recruiting for a dynamic Administrative Business Lead for the Global Head of Aladdin. Aladdin is our operating system for managing financial portfolios. This position is based in our New York office.
You will partner closely with the Global Head of Aladdin, managing his complex administrative and business support needs. You are a self-starter with excellent anticipation and problem-solving skills who has high accountability, strong communication skills and the ability to operate independently.
Your responsibilities
- Demonstrating thoughtful management of leader’s time against priorities and ensuring that he is prepared for meetings, including making recommendations to leader(s) regarding prioritization, delegation, and organization.
- Coordinating business travel with awareness of potential conflicts; processing the relevant expenses in line with company policy.
- Taking ownership of key deliverables and structuring work to achieve goals, seeing the big picture and understanding the long-term impacts.
- Exhibiting a strong attention to detail in coordination and communication of logistics.
- Maintaining and leveraging a broad network of contacts; effectively communicate and partner with internal stakeholders to achieve goals; serve as key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Taking ownership of BlackRock’s technology capabilities, policies, and procedures as they relate to the administrative and executive roles.
- Adapting to changes and effectively communicating and implementing new procedures and best practices.
- Managing and supporting ad hoc projects and initiatives as needed.
- Understanding the rhythm of business of the executive office/team, adjusting scheduling according to business priorities.
- Coaching and developing Administrative Talent.
- Orchestrating large meetings, townhall events and offsites, managing all planning details and coordination.
- Partnering with the Chief of Staff to the Global head of Aladdin.
Skills & behaviors
- A minimum of 7 years of related administrative experience.
- The ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement, comfortable operating with ambiguity.
- The ability to make decisions and act quickly when information is limited; can assess the criticality of potential risks, prioritize and escalate appropriately.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), active listening skills and the ability to recognize different views to help build consensus.
- A deep understanding of big picture goals and how to prioritize effectively to achieve them.
- The desire to gain a deeper understanding of technology and processes and the ability to educate others.
- An ability to lead by example, model and inspire the highest ethical standard, and serve as a role model for Administrative Professionals and others.
For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $155,000. 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.
