RFP Analyst/Associate - Global Consultant Relations team Relationship management and sales New York, New York, United States - BlackRock helps investors build better financial futures. As a fiduciary to our clients, we provide the investment and technology solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. As of March 31, 2018, the firm managed approximately $6.317 trillion in assets on behalf of investors worldwide. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com | Twitter: @blackrock | Blog: www.blackrockblog.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock. Job Description: Global Consultant Relations Analyst/Associate The Global Consultant Relations (GCR) team is part of the Institutional Client Business. Primarily based in the US and UK, the group is also represented in Japan, Asia and Australia. GCR is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with global, regional and local consultants across all asset classes, preparing new business proposals and populating industry and consultant databases. Opportunity GCR is seeking motivated Consultant Coverage and RFP professionals. Team members may have responsibilities across both functions or specialize in either area. The team is open to candidates in New York, San Francisco, Chicago, or Boston. The successful candidates will: - Develop knowledge across the full range of BlackRock product and systems - Cultivate internal and external client service skills - Help shape firm and product narratives

• Collaborate with all teams across the firm and interact with professionals at all levels - Advance project management and communication skills Consultant Coverage Team members maintain a regular dialogue across the entire suite of BlackRocks investment strategies with investment consultants. The role includes developing an understanding of consultants business models and priorities to support the consultant relationship managers sales strategies as well as tracking and reporting on the teams progress. The individual will serve as a primary internal resource to consultants, responding to incoming requests and opportunities in a timely manner and overseeing BlackRocks participation in consultant-related RFPs and databases. In addition, the individual will help to plan, coordinate and participate in meetings with consultant research teams as well as collaborating with client account managers to protect and drive new business. Other responsibilities include working with investment teams and sales teams to develop and execute marketing plans to consultants for select products. New Business Proposals (RFPs) Team members own the completion of RFPs for institutional clients across the full breadth of BlackRocks investment management platform globally. Individuals vet new business opportunities and independently lead project teams responsible for delivering high quality proposals. The role includes working with investment strategy teams on developing new product content and customizing content for specific sales opportunities. Team members also leverage insights gained through the RFP process to determine sales trends and are expected to contribute to improving our processes, resources and technology. Experienced RFP Writers are also responsible for training, guiding and reviewing work for junior team members. Skills & Qualifications: - 1-5+ years of relevant experience such as investment consulting, portfolio management/research, institutional relationship management and client service, new business proposal (RFP) writing, institutional marketing or project management - BA/BS degree in related field; CFA and CAIA a plus - Strong capital markets expertise and interest - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - Sales-oriented approach to daily responsibilities - Organized and detail-oriented with strong project and time management skills - Effective team player; ability to prioritize and work with professionals at all level - High level of self-motivation, with strong integrity & ethics - Demonstrated analytical ability - Series 7 and 63 desirable, must be willing to obtain BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, 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 criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.