Analyst - Private Data Operations

About this role

Job Description 

The Insight Data Service (IDS) team provides world-class expertise in the collection and validation of investment data for investors in alternative assets. IDS streamlines the exchange of data between limited and general partners, allowing investors the continuous access to accurate and standardized data. Insight Data Service is a part of Aladdin Business. The Aladdin Business is comprised of 1,200+ professionals responsible for implementing and supporting our Aladdin clients, sales, and marketing, and ensuring the Aladdin Community maximizes Aladdin products through engagement and education 

The Insight Data Service is seeking an Investment Data Analyst who will support the timely delivery of complete, consistent and accurate investment data to alternative investors from a wide range of general partners. 

Insight Data Service (IDS) is a fast-growing Investment Data Analyst team who provides unique service by connecting alternative investment professionals. It streamlines the exchange of data between limited and general partners through online platforms which ensures investors always have access to accurate and standardized data. 

 

 
Key responsibilities: 

• Gain an understanding of the Private Equity industry and Fund structure in order to be able to formulate questions to the Fund Managers regarding transactions and financial statements and be able to make independent judgements and formulate answers when not clearly provided 

• Gain a clear understanding of the Private Equity terminology, performance metrics, types of fees and expenses. 

• Understand existing reporting and cash flow processes and procedures in order to be able to effectively use the existing quarterly report and cash flow data processing templates 

• Be able to work with minimal supervision and perform and complete tasks independently and know when to escalate issues 

• Be capable of independently conducting analyses of financial statements and capital account movements, extracting correct quantitative and qualitative information from financial reports. 

• Be trained on reading Limited Partnership, finding and summarizing information relevant to Portfolio Monitoring 

• Liaise closely with other internal departments to ensure timely accurate client reporting. 

• Ensure the quality and integrity of the data on the system is maintained 

• Any other duties commensurate with the nature and position of the post 

• Reviewing errors, warnings and notifications created around data submitted via standardized templates, investigating these scenarios and solving them; 

• Escalating identified issues if necessary, to IDS Team Lead or related IDS departments; 

• Work with general partners to upload quarterly reports directly to the platform in standardized templates; 

• Managing daily communications and quarterly deadlines with general managers.  

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or equivalent combination of education with 2-4 years of work experience, preferably in a multinational environment. 

• Customer and data focused with strong customer service and data management experience and a passion for service perfection. 

• Comfortable liaising with clients and internal stakeholder at all levels. 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Any additional languages, such as: French, Spanish and Italian are an advantage. 

• Ambitious, proactive problem solver, positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, and willingness to stretch and grow outside the comfort zone. 

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. Ability to prioritize and deliver tasks as promised while maintaining high quality and consistent results. 

• Strong planning and organizational skills, operating and controlling own priorities to meet deadlines. 

• Reliable and trusted teammate with strong integrity and ethics. Driven to be a productive part of a high functioning, collaborative team, and to work in a high expectation and high impact environment. 

• Proficient with Excel and other MS Office application, and ability to quickly learn proprietary systems. 

 

For Dallas, TX Only the salary range for this position is USD$0.00 - USD$0.00 . 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 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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