Vice President, ETF Capital Markets

BlackRock

3.4

(18)

Toronto, Canada

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  • 16 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver and 2 weeks paid leave prior to birth of baby.
  • Flexible time off; parental leave for birth or adoption; child, special needs and elder care support, fertility benefit program
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    Position summary

    (vi) supporting business development and ETF education through direct client and industry engagement; and (vii) partnering with other BlackRock teams on new product development, product management, and other strategic initiatives.

    All members of the Canadian iShares team are expected to bring energy, creativity and passion to their work. Our ethos is a willingness to do whatever is required to deliver for our clients, achieve our business objectives, operate consistently with the BlackRock principles, and foster a collegial, high performing culture.

    Reporting to the VP, iShares Canada Capital Markets, this role will focus on differentiating our client experience on the basis of product liquidity and depth of execution expertise & support.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Oversight and monitoring of secondary market trading in iShares ETFs, and using BlackRock's global capabilities to do so at scale

    • Assisting both institutional clients and advisors with accessing ETF liquidity on a day-to-day basis and partnering with our sales teams to close business

    • Developing and implementing tools and process enhancements that drive operating scale for the team

    • Relationship management with ETF market makers, exchanges, and other members of the ETF trading ecosystem

    • Developing and presenting impactful ETF trading insights and markets content, such as educational materials, liquidity insights, industry & market colour, etc.

    • Partnering locally and across the firm to ensuring smooth operation of the primary market for iShares ETFs, including both standard and customized orders

    Qualifications:

    • Minimum BA / BS in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar field.

    • 5+ years of professional experience

    • Direct experience with an ETF sponsor or market maker is a plus, with a passion for markets and ETFs

    • Strong knowledge of Canadian equity market structure an asset

    • Expert knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Bloomberg, and PowerBI/Tableau; knowledge of VBA, Python, and SQL each a plus

    • Able to multi-task and work effectively at various levels of an organization.

    • Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners

    • Resourceful, proactive and able to prioritize and navigate in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

    • Experience and knowledge of ETF structure, concepts, and associated regulatory environments

    • Self-motivated individual with impeccable ethical standards and a client-first attitude

    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, disability, veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

    The salary range for this position is $123,500 - $132,000. 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.

    For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

    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 arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

    Why you should apply for a job to BlackRock:

  • 67% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • 16 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver and 2 weeks paid leave prior to birth of baby.
  • Flexible time off; parental leave for birth or adoption; child, special needs and elder care support, fertility benefit program
  • Employee Assistance Program – free, confidential counseling; gender transition support; volunteering opportunities