Director - Data Implementations Transformation
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Overview
Job Description
About this role
Aladdin Dataplatforms and services are designed to deliver industry leading investment data and risk analytics content to the Aladdin community, including BlackRock as the largest client. The primary users include investors, risk managers, compliance officials, investmentoperationsand technology teams for broader organization applications. We are proud to supplythe dataproducts andsolutions tomeetthe evolving needs ofportfoliomanagement,risk and performance analysis, investment compliance, regulatory reporting, client reporting and beyond.
OurData Implementationsteamofdataimplementationspecialistscoversend-to-end Aladdin data flowsfrom vendor and client inputdata setstosecurity, portfolio,benchmark,and financial analytics outputdatafor newand expandingAladdinclients.The team works directly with clients and AladdinClient Transformation specialiststo understand client dependencies, businessobjectivesand custom use cases to ensure Aladdin’s data and analytics are effectivelyenhanced,deployed,and adopted across eachfunction andorganization.The team also leads the configuration ofAladdin Risk and Analytics environments,critical clientfileloaders and risk and performancebenchmark configuration.
Our clientscoverglobal, multi-asset managersor ownersallocatingacross fixed income, equity, private markets, and derivatives. The teamprovides the data specialities across asset classes and data domains for the successful whole-portfolio modelling. Successful Aladdin data implementation specialists develop and excel in manycross-functional skills including client communication, project management, business analysisas well ashands-on data analysisandtechnology system configuration.Innovation is at the core of Aladdin’scultureand the team is continuously solutioningforourclients and re-engineering our processes.
At the forefront of evolving market and industry data needs, witheach successfulprojects, wedrivecontinuous developments andtransformation initiatives toexpand our solutionsandadvance ourdataproductscapabilities.
Role Description:
This role is a hybrid hands-on implementation and AI transformation position.The team is looking for a senior leader within the team to help manage our growing volume of new clients, including leading several data implementation specialists in the performance of their responsibilities.Thesuccessful candidate will directlybe responsible formultiple projects, across all data domains and capabilities.In parallel,they will beredesigning how implementations are executed using Agentic AI and LLM-enabled workflows.This role blends execution
credibility, systems thinking, and measurable change delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Hands-On Implementation Delivery
Deliver end-to-end client implementation projects, including requirements analysis, data onboarding, configuration, validation, and reconciliation.
Operate existing tools, playbooks, and controls firsthand to understand delivery constraints and risks.
Build credibility with clients and delivery teams through direct ownership of outcomes.
AI-Driven Implementation Transformation
Identifymanual, repetitive, or high-friction activities across the implementation lifecycle.
Design, prototype, and apply Agentic AI and LLM-driven workflows to reduce effort, cycle time, and rework.
Focus on direct execution, solution building, and rapid adoption within active delivery teams.
Partner with transformation and engineering teams to industrialize successful AI patterns into the standard operating model.
Productivity, Scale, and Adoption
Establish baseline delivery metrics and track improvements enabled by AI (e.g., cycle time, throughput, error reduction).
Drive measurable productivity outcomes with a target of achieving step-change (2×) efficiency whilemaintainingquality and control.
Enable adoption through documentation, demonstrations, coaching, and influence.
Qualifications and skillsets:
We are looking forquick learners,independent thinkerswithnew perspectives to challenge the way weoperateandhelpprototypenew solutionswe canultimately deployto a standard implementation playbook. Individuals with strong technical and analytical interests would findleading and transformingtheAladdinDataImplementation practiceincredibly challenging and rewardingin supporting theircareer development.
Requirements:
ABachelor’s Degreeis, with preference tocomputer scienceor engineeringmajors.
8+years of experienceeitherasan investment/data technologyimplementation specialistorwith directrelevantuser,development,service,oroperationexperiences.
Familiarity with investment data and analytics is; Private markets or derivative specialities is a plus.
Demonstrated hands-on experience applying Agentic AI or LLM-based tools to automate or augment businessprocesses, orequivalent formal training.
Track recordof initiating projects that enhance business workflow and improve client experiences.
Strongtrack recordof successfully handling and completing large and complex projects. Critical thinking and demonstratable experience using technology to solve problems at scale.
Shown ability to work well independently or as part of a team in an innovative, ambitious, and fast-paced environment, run multiple tasks, adapt to change, and work well under tight time restraints.
Comfortable working with clients and partners at all levels of the businessincluding leading senior Steercos.
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience with Python and SQL preferred
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses 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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Our benefitsTo 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 @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with our .
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.Automate your job search with Sonara.
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