Vice President, Aperio Back Office Manager

Our benefitsAt Aperio (part of BlackRock), our strategies are designed to put our clients’ and their clients’ interests at the center of our investment advice; to minimize costs and taxes; and to incorporate each client’s unique environmental, social, and governance (ESG) preferences.

We are a purposefully growing quantitative/index-tracking investment management business specializing in managing customized equity portfolios tax efficiently..

At Aperio, we work hard and move quickly as a well-coordinated, collaborative team whose exceptional people are focused on providing extraordinary client service.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and contribute in a fun, industry-disruptive, fast-paced environment, Aperio is the place for you..

About this role.

We are adding to our staff and looking for a Back-Office Manager who is bright and articulate and has a sense of humor.

Ideal candidates must have excellent problem-solving skills; bring a high degree of attention to detail; and possess strong organizational, managerial, and analytical skills.

This position offers a great opportunity to work for a growing investment management firm.

The role requires strong analytical and communication capabilities, robust Excel skills, the capacity to resolve conflicts, and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

The ideal candidate should be able to champion the firm’s values while ensuring that strategic goals for the department are aligned with business goals..

Key responsibilities.

Manage the billing cycle from invoice creation through payment receipt..

Process any fee updates and refunds as needed..

Oversee several key operational administrative tasks including proxy voting, statement downloads, and task management for external requests..

Respond to various external and client requests in a timely and professional manner..

Ensure that all internal deadlines are met as required on a monthly or quarterly basis..

Streamline department processes to maximize efficiency while limiting potential errors..

Develop, document, and enforce systems, policies, and procedures..

Monitor, evaluate, and document the performance of direct reports.

Establish performance improvement plans as needed..

Maintain staff on an ongoing basis by recruiting and training employees..

Perform other duties as assigned..

Qualifications.

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, math, finance, or a related field..

Five to eight years of relevant work experience at an investment management firm..

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel..

Billing and task management experience..

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks..

Strong verbal and written communication skills..

Organizational skills to manage people, data, projects, and processes..

Knowledge of financial markets and Salesforce a plus..

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..

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..

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..

We recruit, hire, train, promote, pay, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including assumptions about a person’s appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We interpret these protected statuses broadly to include both the actual status and also any perceptions and assumptions made regarding these statuses.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..

As a people-centric business, our long-term sustainability depends on our employees and culture.

We have more than 16,000 employees in 35+ different countries who speak over 80 languages.

We also serve millions of clients from different cultures around the world.

We believe a wide range of perspectives and talent is crucial to creating a richer culture for our employees and a better experience for our clients..

How we typically hire experienced professionals.

1.

Online Application.

Upload your resume and enter some basic details about your employment history.

We recommend focusing on applying to the roles that are best aligned with your experience and goals.

It may take us some time to get back to you, so we ask for your patience as we thoughtfully consider and review all applications we receive..

2.

If selected to move forward, you’ll have a high-level conversation with a recruiter to discuss the role in more detail and hear more about your experience and career aspirations who will determine if you’re a potential match..

3.

In-person/Virtual Interviews.

Selected candidates meet with members of the BlackRock team.

There may be a couple of rounds of interviews, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet a mix of employees you’d be working with and gain a clear understanding of the role and our culture..

4.

Offer.

At the offer stage, we will present a total compensation package.

All offers are subject to background checks and other pre-employment clearances..

As a global investment manager and fiduciary to our clients, our purpose at BlackRock is to help everyone experience financial well-being.

Since 1999, we’ve been a leading provider of financial technology, and our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals..

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

View the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement, and the pay transparency policy..

BlackRock is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information..

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