Data & Technology Implementation Associate - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

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About this role

Role:
Implementation Specialist**
Title: Associate

Location:
Edinburgh

Business Overview

Data & Analytics Solutions (DAS) within Data Platform & Solutions(DP&S) pillar of Technology & Operations is responsible for data stewardship, technical configurations, day-to-day user support and overall client experience of Aladdin's Data and Analytics enterpriseplatform - a utility-grade data factory & service toolkit that meets the diverse needs of the Aladdin community.

The team partners with operations, engineering and AI Labs to enable platform transformation, grow the enterprise data asset catalog, develop institutionaldata domain knowledge, enhance data quality intelligence, expand data solutions capabilities and implement new clients and businesses onto the platform.

Through direct engagement and partnership with vendors and the business, the team helps ensure our DP&Sorganization continues to improve the client experience and business values in the evolving market while undergoing ground-breaking changes

Role Description

The Client Enablement Chapter ("CE") is responsible for the technical configuraton required to onboard new clients to Aladdin's Data & Analytics enterprise platform as well as facilitating updates to the operating environment for current users.

The team interactswith partners to understand business process needs to design & build solutions that are scalable, repeatable and integrated with various data sources to meet enterprise-wide self-service needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Own daytoday configuration requirements of new and existing clients on our Data & Analytics Platform includes things like plotting key breakthroughs, handling action items, coordinating with partner departments, etc.
Design and promote Analytic & Reporting solutions that are customizable to meet clients' needs but are also deployed in Aladdin in an automated, scalable manner
Gain an indepth knowledge of Aladdin functionality to ensure clients take full advantage of the suite of Aladdin capabilities.

Skills:

23 years in a highly analytical role in a technology or financial services setting
Ability to multitask and manage crossdepartmental projects in a fastpaced environment
Relentless desire for understanding how processes work. Creativity in solving unconventional problems, entrepreneurial drive to learn new skills and technologies
Strong critical thinking and demonstrable experience using technology to solve problems at scale
Outstanding academic achievement, degree in business, computer science, economics, finance, mathematics or other quantitative field of study.
Superior communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly
Programming experience in Java, Perl, or Python is a plus, but not required

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and otherstatuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

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 tosupport 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 current hybrid work model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while supporting increased flexibility for all employees.

In line with local health guidance and regulations, employees are requiredto 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.

The health, safety and well-being of our people willalways be our top priorities; we will continue to monitor local conditions and health advisories in making decisions about our work environments.

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 deve