About this role

Business Unit Overview:

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.

Job Purpose/Background:

The Systematic Execution desk in London is seeking a multi-asset trader to join the team. The scope of role covers rates, credit, and FI-ETFs. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with portfolio managers, multiple internal groups, and the sell- side, in order to provide liquidity, best execution, and market flow information for investment. The applicant should have strong quantitative skills to analyse trading cost metrics, to drive forward automation and other trading efficiencies and enhancements.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide best execution across Rates, Credit, Futures and FI-ETFs
implementation of data driven execution strategies and automated trading workflows
Providing effective execution of cash markets alongside strong abilities in e-trading.
Work with Market Structure and Trading Research teams to advance the FI ecosystem
Provide insight into market activity and disseminate market intelligence and flow information
Interact and develop close relationships with sell-side and provide input on counterparty relationships
Management of orders, work flow, and prioritisation of trades

Qualifications:

Experience with electronic platforms i.e. Tradeweb, MarketAxess, FLEX
Strong technical skills including Solid Python and database proficiency. C++ and similar languages advantageous
Experience in Bloomberg API, SQL, Tableau, Power BI and Excel a plus.
Knowledge of Aladdin Systems is desirable but not required
Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail are vital
Ability to work in entrepreneurial environment and to be a motivated self-starter
Demonstrate the ability to prioritise demands in a high volume, pressurised business
Collegiate demeanour, detail orientated, good communication skills and a team player
Adaptability to take on ad hoc projects and tasks
IMC or CFA a plus

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 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week; some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. Beginning in September, all employees will shift to at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. 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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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.

Systematic Fixed Income Trader, Associate/Vice President