**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. We are building BlackRock’s next‑generation, AI‑first platform for acquiring, validating, and extracting private markets data. We are building scalable, intelligent workflows that power automated extraction across the firm. We are seeking an Associate Product Manager to join one of the platform teams. You will work closely with engineers, and product managers to help shape and deliver core platform capabilities. **Key Responsibilities** **Discovery & Requirements** + Partner with internal teams to understand workflows and identify high‑value problems. + Run structured discovery to validate needs and translate them into clear, testable requirements. + Define expected outcomes, KPIs, and success criteria for features and releases. **Backlog & Roadmap Management** + Own and prioritise the team backlog with clear requirements and acceptance criteria. + Contribute to quarterly planning and help shape the platform roadmap. + Ensure alignment with platform-wide principles and reusable patterns. **Delivery** + Collaborate with engineering throughout refinement, development, and release cycles. + Drive iterative feedback loops with users and stakeholders. + Translate complex platform concepts into actionable guidance for engineers. + Support functional testing as part of the product delivery lifecycle. + Support release readiness, documentation, and post‑launch monitoring. **Cross‑Team Collaboration** + Partner with other Product Managers to maintain consistency across the platform. + Build strong working relationships with engineering, data, and operations teams across BlackRock. + Participate in discussions on scalability, governance, and long‑term platform direction. **Requirements** **Skills & Experience** + Experience gathering requirements and working with engineering teams to deliver product capabilities. + Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to simplify complexity. + Comfortable operating in a fast‑moving environment with evolving priorities. + Exposure to workflow tools, data platforms, or developer‑facing products is a plus. **Mindset** + User‑centric, curious, and eager to learn. + Detail‑oriented, especially around testing, validation, and release accuracy. + Collaborative and comfortable working with designers, engineers, and data specialists. **Our benefits** To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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 (http://careers.blackrock.com/) | Twitter: @blackrock (https://twitter.com/blackrock) | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.