About the position
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram. Business Overview: Blackstone Technology & Innovations (BXTI) is the technology team at the core of each of Blackstone’s businesses and new growth initiatives. Serving both internal and external clients, we work to build the next generation of systems that manage risk, create efficiency, and improve transparency within the firm and across our broad community of investors and portfolio companies. BXTI is nimble and entrepreneurial—our open, iterative design processes and rapid pace of development mean that everyone on the team can make an impact from day one. We are problem solvers who can take projects from idea to implementation. We believe in active mentoring and developing excellence. We collaborate to find the best answers for our customers, our investors, and Blackstone. We are critical to the firm maintaining its competitive edge and driving best-in-class digital experiences across all user touchpoints.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into detailed product requirements.
- Assist in overseeing the quarterly planning, refinement, and requirements gathering meetings for the investment fund waterfall and performance calculation platform.
- Work closely with the development team to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of platform enhancements and bug fixes.
- Assist in conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate the functionality and performance of the platform, ensuring it meets the defined requirements and user expectations.
- Assist in providing ongoing support and training to end-users, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including technology, operations, and compliance, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of the platform with other systems and processes.
- Assist in maintaining product documentation, including user stories, acceptance criteria, and release notes.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to financial accounting and investment fund operations.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a product management or developer role, preferably in the financial services industry.
- Experience with technology platforms and tools used in financial accounting and investment management, such as fund accounting systems, data warehouses, and reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into clear and actionable tasks.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions that meet user needs and regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, in addition to Jira and Confluence.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field.
Benefits
- Base salary range: $95,000 - $160,000
- Additional compensation not specified in detail.
