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About this role
BlackRock Company Description
BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. As of June 30, 2023, the firm managed approximately $9.1 trillion in assets on behalf of investors worldwide. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit
www.blackrock.com/corporate
www.blackrockblog.com
www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
Position Description
We are seeking a dynamic Data Migration/Business Intelligence Specialist with a proven track record in BI and data conversion to join our growing Aladdin Data Migration Practice. This role is pivotal in standardizing and executing a scalable business intelligence strategy across various asset classes, employing the Aladdin Platform's robust capabilities in Aladdin Accounting and private markets. This is a client-facing position offering an opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of internal stakeholders at BlackRock, thereby contributing significantly to the evolution of our BI strategy.
Main Function
As a Data Migration Specialist, you will play a crucial role in orchestrating the data migration lifecycle, ensuring the seamless transition of client data onto the Aladdin Platform. This role demands a strong collaborative approach, working closely with the core Aladdin implementation teams to deliver on client commitments. Your expertise will also be instrumental in defining and driving the advancement of Business Intelligence for Aladdin, in sync with our Aladdin Client Transformation teams.
Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include
- Leading the development and implementation of data migration workflows for client projects, which involves
- Engaging with clients to collect essential data documentation for migration.
- Defining import requirements and corresponding formats.
- Mapping and documenting data points for ETL processes to align with Aladdin's data structure.
- Creating customized import templates and reconciliation queries tailored to client needs.
- Utilizing automation tools and standard reports to conduct thorough testing.
- Generating technical documentation and specifications and maintaining progress updates through project management tools.
- Ensuring comprehensive documentation and archiving of all workflows for future reference and compliance.
- Contributing to the enhancement of our automation toolkit and BI practices.
- Defining and delivering the strategic vision for BI within the Aladdin ecosystem.
- Assessing new data migration initiatives and refining our methodology to standardize engagement pricing and resource allocation.
- Champion the integration of AI to streamline data migration processes, focusing on enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Educate and evangelize the adoption of advanced AI methodologies across internal teams, demonstrating their impact through success metrics.
- Foster a culture of innovation by leading initiatives that showcase AIs role in improving data workflow scalability and decision-making.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- Fluency in English and excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in Alteryx and BI tools such as PowerBI or Tableau is desirable.
- Proficient in SQL and a working knowledge of ETL processes.
- Demonstrated problem-solving prowess and a proactive mindset.
- Well-organized with strong project management capabilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently within a team environment.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R is highly regarded.
- Experience with automated testing tools and methodologies.
- Functional understanding of finance and private markets is advantageous
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.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit
www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.
Job requisition #
R241583