Senior Product Manager, Vice President

About this role

At the heart of BlackRock is Aladdin, the organization responsible for designing, building and operating enterprise financial technology.  Being a member of Aladdin means working with the industry’s thought leaders to build innovative and next generation products that shape the financial markets.

Sitting at the intersection of business and technology, Product Managers within Aladdin Product Management (APM) work closely with Aladdin developers, business stakeholders and clients to innovate, conceptualize, design and pilot new capabilities to simplify our clients’ business problems.

This specific role sits within Aladdin Studio, which is a platform that enables clients to build on top of Aladdin, bringing together the APIs and integration tools needed to quickly build scalable solutions. Whether you are a professional engineer building new workflow applications, a code-curious portfolio manager customizing investment insights, or a data analyst automating reporting, Aladdin Studio provides all the tools and resources clients need to transform business.

Job Description

As a Data Experience Product Manager, you will be responsible for shaping users' data journey on Aladdin Studio.  This role bridges the gap between complex data systems and user-friendly interfaces, ensuring users can find, trust, and act on data with confidence.  You will work with both technical data teams and business stakeholders, ensuring seamless data discovery, accessibility, and usability.  Ideal candidates have a proficient understanding of data platforms, analytics, and data products with proven experience in making data more intuitive and valuable for users. 

You are:

  • Passionate about building technical solutions in partnership with engineering teams

  • A self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems that deepen our understanding of end users

  • Curious to learn new skills and willing to embrace work outside of your comfort zone

  • Comfortable challenging the status quo and using your entrepreneurial spirit to create new solutions

  • A team player who is energized by working in a fast-paced environment

We are:

  • Passionate about building innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients

  • Comfortable challenging the status quo

  • Curious about financial markets and the technology ecosystem

  • Results-oriented and metrics-driven

  • Committed to fostering a purpose-driven culture and working horizontally to break down silos

Skills / Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in product management that includes building and launching technology in a B2B or B2C market

  • Comprehensive understanding of data platforms and metadata management

  • Effective team player with ability to lead and influence

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a user-first mindset

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely

  • Commercial acumen, with ability to prioritize and execute quickly

  • Strong understanding of data products

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Gather, evaluate, and define detailed product requirements and product specifications

  • Own the PDLC and drive the development of intuitive, scalable data discovery and access experiences in close partnership with engineering teams

  • Demonstrate a deep understanding of business, stakeholder, and client needs

  • Influence teams across Aladdin to drive forward strategic product decisions

  • Develop a strong understanding of competitors and industry trends

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.

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