Senior Business Systems Analyst, Aladdin
At a glance
Highlights
- Exposure to world‑leading investment platform
- Career growth in fintech and analytics
- Collaborative finance‑technology environment
Heads up
- Security screening required
- On-site work in Edmonton
Why this role might suit you
A senior analyst with strong finance and technology skills can thrive supporting Aladdin’s mission‑critical systems, leveraging analytical expertise and stakeholder collaboration in a leading Canadian pension fund.
Skills
About the role
CLOSING DATE:
June 13, 2026
Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Analyst to join the Technology support team. This role sits at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting clients and internal stakeholders in leveraging BlackRock’s Aladdin platform for investment management, risk analytics, portfolio management and trading.
This role will provide front-line and advanced production support for the Aladdin platform and will work directly with Investment Operations, Front Office, Vendor Support and multiple teams across business and technology.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities, a solid understanding of financial markets, and experience working with complex systems or data platforms.
Job Posting will expire at 11:59pm MT on June 12, 2026
Responsibilities
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Aladdin platform, including portfolio management, risk analytics, trading workflows, and reporting tools
Provide production support across Aladdin daily cycles, troubleshooting positions, transactions, risk/analytics, trade processes, compliance, performance, and breaks.
Act as a key escalation point for high-priority incidents and complex issues impacting investment teams
Analyze client requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications
Troubleshoot platform issues including positions, transactions, reconciliations, and data integrity challenges, and provide timely, effective solutions
Collaborate with external vendors (including BlackRock) and internal technology teams to resolve defects and support enhancements
Knowledge in Compliance Workbench and user management
Support incident, problem, and change management processes, including release validation and production readiness
Deliver training sessions and documentation to the team
Our Ideal Candidate Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Computer Science, or a related field
4–7+ years of experience in asset management, financial technology, or consulting
Strong understanding of investment processes, financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives) and portfolio management and risk.
Experience supporting production environments and resolving complex system or data issues
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in data tools (Excel, SQL; Python is a plus)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Preferred:
Prior experience with the Aladdin platform or similar systems
Familiarity with data integration and APIs
Understanding of investment operations, daily processing cycles, and downstream data dependencies
Key Competencies
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Client-focused mindset with a consultative approach
Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience
Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
Ability to operate effectively under pressure during production incidents
What You’ll Gain
Exposure to one of the world’s leading investment management platforms
A collaborative environment at the intersection of finance and technology
Career growth in fintech, analytics, or investment operations
Opportunity to work on mission-critical production systems supporting a leading pension fund
Next Steps
We are excited to meet you. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we will be in touch with any questions.
Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.
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At AIMCo, we draw upon the differences in who we are, where we come from and the way we think to deliver results for the Albertans who rely on us. We offer an inclusive, modern workplace where well-being is prioritized, and colleagues are enabled to do their best work. Our team members are motivated by our purpose and committed to creating long-term value for our clients and their beneficiaries.
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