Associate at BlackRock in Switzerland

Sales Associate – Family Office, EMEA

The Client
Our client, BlackRock, is the world’s largest asset manager and a global leader in investment management and advisory services. With $1.1 trillion in assets under management across private and public markets, BlackRock serves a broad spectrum of institutional and private clients worldwide. Within the firm, the Family Office and Foundations Group (EMEA) represents one of the fastest-growing client segments, managing approximately $57 billion on behalf of Single and Multi-Family Offices across the region. This dedicated team provides bespoke investment solutions, strategic insights, and exclusive access to BlackRock’s global expertise and thought leadership.

The Opportunity
This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced sales professional to join BlackRock’s rapidly expanding Family Office business in Geneva, serving clients across the Romandie and Ticino regions. The successful candidate will contribute to the management and growth of an established, multi-billion AUM platform by developing trusted relationships with Single Family Offices, Multi-Family Offices, Private Foundations, and Family-Owned Enterprises. Representing the full suite of BlackRock’s investment capabilities—including ETFs, active strategies, alternative investments, and OCIO solutions—the Sales Associate will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and deepening client engagement across this high-value segment.

Location
Geneva, Switzerland

Reports to
Senior Relationship Managers, Family Office & Foundations Group (EMEA)

The Position

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Development – Collaborate with senior relationship managers to design and implement an ambitious sales strategy for the Romandie and Ticino markets, aligned with BlackRock’s EMEA Family Office growth objectives.
• Business Growth – Develop and nurture long-term relationships with Tier 2 and Tier 3 Family Offices to achieve financial targets in terms of AUM growth, new mandates, net new revenue, and product diversification.
• Client Retention & Expansion – Proactively manage existing client relationships, identify at-risk business, and cultivate opportunities for deepened engagement across asset classes and investment structures.
• Investment Representation – Articulate the full breadth of BlackRock’s capabilities—including active, index, and alternative strategies—to deliver innovative, client-centric solutions tailored to complex family office portfolios.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with internal teams including iShares & Wealth, Institutional, Legal, Product Specialists, and BlackRock Investment Institute (BII) to deliver a seamless, integrated client experience.
• Market Intelligence – Conduct ongoing analysis of market trends, client segmentation, and competitive positioning to inform strategy and uncover new business opportunities.
• Thought Leadership – Represent BlackRock at internal and external events, develop thematic insights, and contribute to thought leadership initiatives that enhance brand presence within the family office community.
• Operational Excellence – Maintain disciplined use of CRM and pipeline management tools; ensure accurate reporting, segmentation, and client prioritization to optimize commercial performance.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualifications:

• 5–10 years of experience in sales, relationship management, or business development within wealth management, private banking, or institutional asset management.
• Proven success in managing and growing relationships with Family Offices or Ultra-High-Net-Worth clients within the Romandie region.
• Comprehensive understanding of investment solutions across asset classes, including ETFs, alternatives, active equity, fixed income, and multi-asset products.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to segment clients effectively, develop tailored business plans, and execute with discipline and precision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging confidently with sophisticated investors and their advisors.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial, with a self-starter mentality and a structured, systematic approach to business development.
• Fluency in French and English required; additional languages (such as Italian or German) considered an asset.

Compensation:
A highly competitive compensation package will be offered, including base salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive employee benefits. BlackRock also offers robust professional development programs, access to thought leadership, and long-term career advancement within its global platform.

Working Model:
This position follows BlackRock’s hybrid work model, designed to balance flexibility with collaboration. Employees are expected to work at least four days per week in the Geneva office, with one day of remote work permitted. Occasional travel within Switzerland and EMEA may be required.

About BlackRock
At BlackRock, our mission is simple yet powerful: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. We serve clients who are saving for retirement, financing education, growing businesses, and driving innovation. As a global organization, we believe our greatest investment is in our people. BlackRock fosters an inclusive, collaborative environment where every employee can thrive—supported by strong values, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to excellence and integrity.

Equal Opportunity Statement
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. The firm is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of the organization.