About this role
This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.
The Data team is responsible for ensuring that Preqin’s coverage of the alternative assets industry is accurate, up to date and comprehensive. Your primary focus will be on data processing and quality assurance of public data. You will report into the Data Lead, and work in close collaboration with a global team of data management specialists to research, analyze, and curate public data delivered to Preqin’s clients.
What you’ll be doing:
- Acquire, update and maintain high-quality alternatives data using various internal tools and software
- Conduct in-depth web-based research to collect data relating to firms such as Company Information, Deals, Investments, Valuation and other key data points of the firm.
- Interpret company filings, deal information, and structured/unstructured data.
- Update Preqin’s databases with key financial information, statistics, and analysis on which our clients depend on
- Work on complex data projects related to data quality, process re-engineering and workflow optimization
- Support bulk updates, backfills, and data improvement initiatives as required
- Maintain clear documentation and audit trails for research decisions
- Develop subject matter expertise to improve our data offering to clients.
- Work with collaborators across various business units to further develop our data product offering
What you’ll bring to us:
- You have a Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, Business or Engineering
- You are proficient in English and have excellent writing and interpersonal skills
- Minimum 6 months of proven experience or Similar project experience.
- High level understanding of LLMs and AI Agents.
- You have a keen curiosity about finance and knowledge of financial markets
- You have experience using Microsoft tools such as SQL, Copilot, Excel, SharePoint, and Office 365.
- Good to have python skills.
- Learn new tools, workflows and datasets.
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.
