Analyst, Quantitative Multi-Asset Researcher

About this role

BlackRock China Fund Management Corporation (FMC):

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being and the firm has a long history of investing in and serving investors in China. BlackRock aspires to become the leading global asset management firm operating in China and is committed to contributing to the long-term development of the local asset management industry. BlackRock China Fund Management Company, a Shanghai-based wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, aims to extend its asset and risk management expertise and offer Chinese investors innovative and diversified mutual fund products and investment solutions to help transform more cash savers into long-term investors.

Role Description:

BlackRock is looking to continue its expansion in China with talented individuals who can truly drive the business to the next level. We are currently looking for an experienced professional with a desire to advance his/her career to take up the role of Analyst, Quantitative Multi-Asset Researcher, with a tilt towards equities. We will also consider exceptional graduate candidates with strong technical skills and experience. The position will be based in Shanghai and report to the Head of Quant & MASS at China FMC.

This role is expected to produce investment research according to business needs, covering macro economics and quantitative signal research across asset classes (tilt towards equities). The role also provides daily support to portfolio managers regarding performance attribution, risk analytics as well as ad-hoc issuer-level due diligence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce new quantitative investment signals, initially focusing on equities (sector/factor/issuer scoring) , later can progress to other asset classes and cross-asset-class. Write research reports on the signals and models. Automate the signal generation in order to be used in live-money products, after passing through a rigorous research approval process.

• Follow the markets, macro and policy on a daily basis and conduct market and macroeconomic research across all asset classes. Automate data collection/analytics generation to produce regular reports.

• Work with RQA and IT teams to understand the risk analytics infrastructure, help to automate risk decomposition, performance attribution and facilitate database building.

• Produce ad-hoc due diligence reports on issuers to maintain security pools – leveraging quantitative insights as well as discretionary judgements on the issuers’ fundamentals.

• Report to the head of Quant & MASS team directly while collaborating with team members, as well as other relevant teams (investments, trading, RQA, ops, tech, L&C etc.) both locally and across the globe. Ability to independently carry out product-driven research projects from a researcher perspective, under supervision of senior team members - which involves and not limited to, producing new quantitative signals and writing research paperwork on the signals and models.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Investment Research - past experience in quantitative research or portfolio management across multiple asset classes, minimum 1 year of research experience in a reputable institution. Past experience in quantitative equity strategies is preferred. If the past experience is in single asset class and not quantitatively, then bond research experience would be of advantage. Global markets experience would be a plus. Experience related to model-based quantitative strategies would be a plus.

• Ability to generate quantitative signal ideas and conduct meaningful signal/model research. Ability to communicate clearly with global teams during the discussions. Ability to synthesize own work into research papers. Past experience of implementing quant signals from research methodology papers (can be academic papers) preferred.

• Self-driven and hard-working, ability to drive multiple work streams from start to finish, while prioritizing critical business needs. Remain focused amid stressful market periods and despite working long hours.

• Strong Python coding skill and experience essential. Advanced academic degrees preferred but not necessary. CFA, CIPM and other related professional qualifications preferred.

Our benefits

To 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.

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