Overview of FMA
FMA provides a differentiated range of advisory services, leveraging BlackRocks Aladdin platform and the firms sophisticated capital markets, data and analytics, technology, and financial modeling capabilities while maintaining information barriers
FMA was founded in 2008 in response to the unprecedented challenges governments, financial institutions, and central banks faced as they confronted the financial crisis They sought an impartial expert with the expertise and technology to help address some of their most difficult and challenging problems, from analyzing and unwinding complex asset portfolios to helping reassess central bank balance sheets To meet that need, BlackRock established Financial Markets Advisory as a separate and independent business from BlackRock s traditional asset management business
FMA advises financial institutions, regulators, and government entities on their most critical financial issues Example areas of support include bank stress-testing, unwinding asset portfolios, designing and implementing bond purchase programs to support to the economy, and climate risk analytics and advisory
We work with senior management at these organizations, with a focus on balance sheet, capital markets, and sustainability considerations as well as a wide range of other strategic, regulatory, and operational challenges
Since our founding, we have completed over 500 assignments for more than 280 unique clients in 37 countries Our professionals work out of all three BlackRock regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC), allowing FMA to serve clients in all locations and time zones and respond to urgent needs as they arise For assignments demanding cross-disciplinary expertise, we unite professionals from multiple offices to deliver the most effective team for any client situation
What will you do on the team
Team members work on a diverse set of client engagements as part of multi-disciplinary project teams, encompassing subject matter authorities, engagement managers, and others In this role you will develop and use data and analytical skills to create, review, and deliver analyses to clients, frequently using BlackRock proprietary technology platforms
Candidates must be interested in financial markets and be able to apply creative solutions to solve client objectives and challenges Team members will gain subject matter expertise about financial institutions and relevant capital markets and sustainability objectives
The team has a strong focus on scalability to foster business growth Individuals support this by playing a meaningful role in the design and enhancement of processes and tools
The ideal applicant will craft and implement solutions to address a variety of client objectives, rooted in a clear understanding of the client and business context driving client opportunities and challenges The role involves frequent interaction and engagement with FMA team members globally across the US, EMEA, and APAC offices, and with partner teams across the firm We deploy the breadth and depth of the firm s capabilities to deliver success to our clients
Team members gain exposure to senior internal and external leaders on a range of complex financial topics and participate in client pitches, presentations, and deliverables We work in a fast-paced environment frequently subject to tight timeframes and strive to provide a substantial impact to our clients
Our work provides team members with the ability to keep abreast of capital market and broader financial institutions trends Understanding the constantly evolving landscape of relevant technological tools and solutions is also key to success
Qualifications and Capabilities
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1-4 years of proven experience in fixed income space, preferably in valuation and risk assessment of securitized products such as mortgaged backed securities (RMBS, CMBS, etc), asset backed securities, CLOs, etc
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Interest in understanding financial institutions and their capital markets considerations
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Excellent problem-solving abilities and intellectual curiosity
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Passion for data and analytical work and in performing sophisticated analyses
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Meticulous attention to detail and strong sense of initiative and ownership
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Comfort with constantly adapting and learning new skills as markets and our clients needs evolve; able to navigate diverse projects with varied requirements
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Strong PowerPoint presentation skills and very good communication abilities
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Proven ability to manage stakeholders effectively across functions and geographies
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Programming skills in Python and SQL preferred; familiarity with scripting, databases, modeling, and visualization tools is a plus
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Any progress towards professional qualifications like CFA or FRM preferred
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