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GAAPS Alternatives | Associate Client Services | Edinburgh

About BlackRock

Elevate your career by joining the world's largest asset manager Thrive in an environment that fosters positive relationships and recognises outstanding performance We know you want to feel valued every single day and be recognised for your contribution.

At BlackRock, we strive to empower our employees and effectively engage your involvement in our success.

With over USD $10 trillion of assets we have an outstanding responsibility:

our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement,pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

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

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

Team Overview
BlackRock Alternative Investors (BAI) is one of the top five largest alternative asset managers in the world.

We are active in all asset classes and connect them in ways other firms can't match, organizationally aligning under a single leadership across productsand adhering to a common operating process across the assets consisting of real estate, infrastructure, credit, private equity and hedge funds.

Our scale means we offer expertise and access unique to BlackRock, and you'll collaborate with teams across ourfirm in unexpected ways.

As part of a key growth engine for the firm, you'll be invited to continue building the platform that is shaping the future of Alts investing by inventing and evolving innovative tech solutions on a team that continuously outperforms - setting new standards.

Grow your career with the firm that's building tomorrow's alternatives platform, backed by a purpose that drives positive outcomes for clients and the communities we serve.

The Alternatives Client Services team support all of BlackRock's privately placed alternatives products, including private credit, private equity, real asset funds and hedge funds and fund of hedge funds from the time of investor onboarding throughout the lifecycle of the fund.

The team are primarily responsible for investor onboarding, report distribution, transfer agency oversight and investor queries as well as internal and external reporting and client data management.

Daily tasks may include:

Managing the client onboarding process including subscription document review and AML/KYC coordination. This also includes partnering with the transfer agencies for the proper sign off ahead of the fund closing.
Liaising with the Product Strategy and Sales Teams on the client pipeline throughout the offering period for the fund and providing updates on the status of onboarding.
Coordinate and track document updates with BlackRock Legal and outside counsel. Ensure team is working with approved materials and that distribution process is functioning properly.
Handle and maintain electronic and hard copy filing systems of legal/contract documents
Coordinate account level reporting and distributions to clients (i.e. monthly, quarterly, and annually).
Coordinate cash flow management with clients and portfolio managers (e.g. contributions, redemptions, capital calls/distributions and product updates with clients). Track and handle client cash flow activity within proprietary trading system.
Client onboarding, account set up, and data management. Assist with building client accounts within client tracking and share registry system. Create client profiles and investor attribute universe.
Ensure integrity of communications tools through data entry and maintenance. Deploy exception reporting within client data universe and perform regular analysis to ensure integrity/preservation.
Transfer Agent/Administrator oversight and quality control. Work with our 3rd parties to create transparency between BlackRock and vendors and ensure a positive client experience.

Experience

48 years' experience in a dynamic, deadline orientated, operational/ client service role
High attention to detail, ability to focus and take ownership of tasks until completion
The successful applicant will be selfmotivated, proactive and able to change directions quickly
Software skills shall include a strong background in Word and Excel and an aptitude for working within proprietary databases.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, at all levels
Ability to manage his/ her own workload, multitask, balance multiple and conflicting priorities and meet deadlines in a fastpaced and changing environment
Able to grasp complex concepts and details quickly
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to identify problems and issues, work actively with others to resolve them and raise issues appropriately
Prepared to take initiative, work flexibly to help the team achieve its goals, and respond positively to change.
Takes responsibility for the completion of own work in accordance with agreed processes and to the highest standards of quality and timeliness
Demonstrates team spirit, is prepared to assist colleagues and perform tasks that do not usually fall within their responsibilities.
Ensures accurate record keeping of work and shows excellent organisational skills
Has a good understanding of the Finance industry and with a willingness to learn.

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