About this role

Business Unit Overview

BlackRock’s ETF and Index Investments business (EII) helps investors build better portfolios with the industry’s leading suite of index investment tools. We enable them to replace individual securities, to take short-term market views, to invest cash rapidly, to execute more efficiently than swaps, futures or individual bonds, to take long-term core positions and to construct efficient portfolios. We serve every kind of investor: pensions, insurers, sovereign wealth funds, central banks, asset managers, wealth advisors and individual investors.

Role Overview

We are seeking a teammate who is resourceful, organized, professional, and communicative to join the Americas iShares team. This role is to provide administrative support to the Head of U.S. Product Innovation, U.S. Head of Thematics and Active Equity ETFs, and Global Head of Sustainable Research (EII). The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative tasks and will be able to work well independently as well as in a team environment. The candidate must be exceedingly well organized, flexible and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting multiple executives.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic, keen individual for a team administration role within a fast-paced, dynamic team. This role would suit someone who is a quick-learner, able to prioritize, respond quickly, is able to multi-task and thrives in a busy environment. The core responsibilities will be:

• Adapts well to changing plans and priorities; deals comfortably with ambiguity

• Act as a gatekeeper; consistently demonstrates solid understanding of priorities and proactively manages calendars across multiple time-zones

• Filters through requests independently and follows through on behalf of managers, when necessary

• Responsible for coordinating large, complex meetings, administrating committee meetings/working groups on behalf of manager; maintain agenda, schedule meetings, take minutes and track follow-up items

• Effectively builds relationships in a cordial and professional manner, consistently looks for new ideas to further develop working relationships and seeks opportunities to partner with colleagues throughout the firm

• Processes monthly expense reports using Concur

• Understands organizational policies and procedures necessary to ensure appropriate decision-making protocols are followed

• Completes ad hoc administrative requests in a timely and thorough manner

• Manages tasks proactively and efficiently to ensure seamless coverage for all supported staff

Qualifications

• 6+ years of administrative experience, preferably at a large global organization in the financial services industry

• Demonstrates sound judgment and ability to reach decisions independently; focused on understanding the bigger picture – i.e., results oriented, rather than task oriented

• Ability to work independently and assume additional responsibilities as required

• A positive and ‘can-do’ attitude

• Desire and ability to provide outstanding service to internal clients

• Maintains focus with sense of urgency, while upholding respect for others

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook calendaring, Outlook email, etc.)

• A high level of attention to detail

• Discretion in dealing with confidential information in all aspects of work

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime as necessary

• Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred

For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $110,000 which is the equivalent of $33.65 – $52.88 per hour. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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 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 required to 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 will always 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 development opportunities to help them thrive.