Meertec
LinkedIn · Schroders (UK) · 06 Nov 2026
Associate, Product Strategy - Alternative Portfolio Solutions & Direct Private Opportunities
About This RoleBlackRock takes a dynamic approach to alternative investments, bringing together investment capabilities, portfolio construction expertise, technology and global resources to help clients pursue resilient long-term outcomes. Within Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions, Alternative Portfolio Solutions (APS) and Direct Private Opportunities (DPO) design and manage private markets solutions for all client segments.APS constructs diversified private markets portfolios and solutions using the breadth of capabilities across BlackRock’s private markets platform. DPO builds portfolios of private market diversifiers, including specialty and emerging investment opportunities.Product Strategy connects these investment capabilities with clients, distribution partners and the wider firm through product positioning, client engagement, content and business development, and implementation.Role SummaryWe are seeking an Associate to join the EMEA Product Strategy team supporting APS and DPO. The role will help grow and retain client investments by translating complex private markets capabilities into clear, relevant and commercially effective client propositions. The Associate will work closely with senior Product Strategists, portfolio managers, regional distribution teams and functional partners across the firm.This is a hands-on role for a developing product specialist who can take ownership of defined workstreams, deliver high-quality analysis and materials with limited supervision, and exercise sound judgement when coordinating non-routine client and product activity. The successful candidate will combine intellectual curiosity about private markets with strong execution, collaboration and communication skills.Key ResponsibilitiesClient engagement and commercial supportSupport senior Product Strategists and distribution partners in developing and progressing opportunities across institutional and wealth channels, with particular focus on German- and French-speakin