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About the Role

The BlackRock Global Markets – APAC ETF Capital Markets team is responsible for growing and protecting the trading of the iShares product suite. We seek to identify and mitigate trading frictions that could impact the market quality of our products. As part of the ETF capital markets team, you will be the ETF markets specialist for funds domiciled in Japan, responsible for oversight and development of the Japan ETF market ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee primary market activities (creations/redemptions) between APs, Portfolio Management, Trading, Exchange & ETF Service Providers
Monitor ETF secondary market trading landscape to gather market intelligence and identify opportunities for market quality improvements of existing products, drive advancement and innovation within the ETF ecosystem, inclusive of new products, improvements in market structure, and infrastructure enhancements
Develop relationships with authorized participants, market makers, broker dealers and other core counterparties within the ETF ecosystem to improve the market quality of our ETFs & to help promote distribution to existing and potential new clients
Drive innovation projects working alongside internal and external partner teams to reduce trading frictions, minimise operational risk and drive platform improvements
Be the markets expert for the Japan ETF ecosystem and drive forward key initiatives to enhance the ETF ecosystem
Develop a deep understanding of the Japan ETF market, competitor positioning and client demand to provide market insights on new and existing products, while leading the Capital Markets work required to establish an effective trading and liquidity ecosystem for new launches

Requirements

7 years+ relevant experience in financial markets (asset management or investment banking)
Strong background / knowledge in the equity and/or fixed income market, preferably gained through a trading or sales role
A high level of initiative and ability to work under pressure and be comfortable taking primary responsibility for deliverables assigned
High degree of professional discretion, accountability, and judgment. Adaptable, flexible and thrives in a team environment
In-depth understanding of ETFs and related products (futures, swaps, options, managed funds) from a structure and regulatory perspective
Strong financial analysis skills with a passion/interest for the equity and/or fixed income markets and financial instruments
Strong relationship management skills with both internal and external partners to deliver results
Written and verbal communication skills in English and Japanese are required
Background in fund accounting, NAV oversight and custodial services is also desirable
Python, SQL, VBA or any coding experience and experience with AI preferred
Local licensing requirements are expected to be fulfilled

Skills

ETF markets specialist
ETF market ecosystem oversight and development
Primary and secondary market trading
Relationship management
Market makers
Authorized participants
Brokers
Exchanges
Trading platform engagement
Equity market knowledge
Fixed income market knowledge
ETF product knowledge
Financial analysis
Relationship management
English communication
Japanese communication
Python
SQL
VBA
AI

Location

Japan

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

7+ years relevant experience

Benefits

Strong retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive healthcare
Support for working parents
Flexible Time Off (FTO)

About the Company

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.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com.
We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

Equal Opportunity

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.