About this role
The Preqin Research Insights team at BlackRock produces more than 75 high-impact research reports annually, delivering data-driven insights across the private markets landscape. We are seeking a Production Assistant to join our team and play a key role in the layout, formatting, and production of these reports, identifying and implementing AI tools and solutions across the workflow. This role is ideal for a technically skilled designer and self-starter also expected to contribute to our AI-enabled future—identifying where AI can improve user workflows and where it must be applied thoughtfully with transparency, controls, and measurable value.
Key responsibilities
Design, format, and produce research reports and publications using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator and identify and establish efficiencies through range of software platforms
Explore, test, and help develop AI-enhanced production workflows—including AI agents that streamline chart creation, automate formatting tasks, and support scalable report production.
Collaboration with engineering/data/ML partners to translate user needs into AI-assisted capabilities
Create and output a high volume of charts and tables from complex Excel and data-rich inputs, maintaining accuracy, consistency, and accessibility across reports with quality checks, and delivery for digital and print publication
Collaborate with editorial, production, and research teams to translate technical content into clean, accessible, and visually engaging charts and layouts
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while upholding high standards of quality and precision.
Familiarity with AI product patterns and risks: understanding of model limitations, evaluation approaches, and product mechanisms to improve reliability
Contribute to the improvement of templates, workflows, and production processes, ensuring efficiency and repeatability across our output
Support the team in maintaining version control, asset management, and documentation of standard operating procedures
Provide occasional off-hours support during peak publication periods
What we’re looking for
At least 2-3 years of experience in a design or production role, ideally within financial services publishing
Hands-on comfort using AI tools in daily work with appropriate judgment and confidentiality
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, or a related field preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop with ability to pivot quickly into more efficient alternatives
Strong understanding of typography, layout composition, and visual hierarchy
Experience designing long-form content such as research reports, whitepapers, or editorial publications
Confidence working with data-heavy content, including the ability to interpret data packs and output accurate, well-designed charts and tables
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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.
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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.
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BlackRock London, England Office
Drapers Gardens, 12 Throgmorton Avenue, London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom, EC2N 2DL
