Debt Syndicate Associate

6w1 month ago

BlackRock

London, GB · Full-time · £80,000 – £110,000

About this role

BlackRock Capital Markets (BCM) is a centralized platform for the firm’s public capital markets activities. BCM partners with investment teams to enable performance through high quality sourcing of investment opportunities across the capital stack. The Debt Syndicate Associate in EMEA, based in London, will manage capital markets activity across public debt markets and report to the EMEA Head of DCM.

Daily responsibilities include building pipeline, disseminating new deal information, and coordinating with internal and external counterparties on live deals. Aggregate feedback from investment teams and engage with issuers and Investment Banks to negotiate optimal outcomes for participating BlackRock funds. Manage compliance and business reporting systems while tracking weekly, quarterly, and annual metrics.

BCM sits within BlackRock Global Markets and Index Investments (BGM), which brings together Index Investments, Cash Management, Global Trading, ETF Markets, Capital Markets, Securities Lending, and Financing & Financial Resource Management. This structure provides superior market access and index investment outcomes for clients. The role involves collaboration with key internal stakeholders and external counterparties.

Gain a broad skill toolkit through deep understanding of debt markets and operational structures. Develop efficiencies in processes with support from the team. Conduct fundamental company analysis to drive investment idea generation and evaluate unique opportunities.

Requirements

Experience in Debt Capital Markets
Understanding of the financial services landscape
Natural curiosity and a willingness to learn
Ability to multi-task in a time sensitive, fast paced environment
Strong attention to detail
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-starter who can work effectively with a team and within a larger organization
Proficient technology orientation (Strong Excel skills required; VBA, SQL, and Tableau a plus)

Responsibilities

Manage daily capital markets processes in debt, including building pipeline, disseminating new deal information, and coordinating with internal and external counterparties on live deals
Aggregate feedback from different investment teams and engage with issuers and Investment Banks to negotiate the best outcome for participating BlackRock funds
Learn and manage a variety of compliance and business reporting systems and processes
Track and prepare weekly, quarterly, and annual reporting metrics
Conduct fundamental company analysis to drive investment idea generation
Assist the team in evaluating unique investment opportunities

Benefits

Retirement investment and tools designed to help build a sound financial future
Access to education reimbursement
Comprehensive resources to support physical health and emotional well-being
Family support programs
Flexible Time Off (FTO) to relax, recharge, and be there for the people you care about
Hybrid work model with at least 4 days in the office per week and 1 day flexibility to work from home