User Experience Lead

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.

The Role:

A User Experience Designer who demonstrates strategic and creative thinking. Collaborates with Project Managers, Copywriters, Designers, Marketers and Tech Leads to develop innovative engaging experiences across a wide breadth of channels and devices (web, mobile, native applications). This individual shows the ability to define business opportunities and translate insights into consumer-facing experiences. Applies user- and customer-centered design principles to their process while designing complex interaction systems. Will be responsible for managing the quality of design throughout all project phases. Will need to confidently and professionally present work to stakeholders and clients.

This is a senior leadership role where you will manage a team of visual designers, experiential designers and other specialists while working closely with marketing, product, and business teams to ensure experience consistency across all touchpoints. Reporting to the Global Head of Design, this role requires a leader who can inspire creativity and collaborate across departments to deliver results that align with both business and brand goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams in creating best-in-class user experience across a variety of projects with multiple client stakeholders

• Drive a collaborative approach across stakeholder groups, including educating and bringing along non-UX stakeholders throughout process

• Demonstrate UX leadership with a strong point of view and the ability to eloquently inspire and educate the firm

• Assess competitive landscape and understand industry patterns and trends

• Identify and pursue opportunities to improve design strategy and user objectives

• Produce and deliver wireframes, sitemaps, flows, decks, prototypes, use cases, journeys and personas (in low and high fidelity)

• Strong experience with prototyping tools to concept, test, and communicate solutions

• Guide project team developing the experiential solution architecture with best practices and subject matter expertise

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in creative leadership roles, with at least 5 years in a senior creative position, ideally within financial services, fintech, or other regulated B2B industries

• Natural leader with experience setting performance measures, mentoring teams, and growing capabilities across design

• Proven skill to manage complex and evolving design systems and brands

• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire teams and influence across the organization

• A growth mindset and adaptability to tackle complex challenges with creativity and curiosity

• Balances near-term impact with a long-term vision on high-visibility projects central to growth

• Outstanding written and oral communication skills

• Strong portfolio showcasing strategic and impactful creative work across digital platforms

• Familiarity with financial services and simplifying complex financial concepts for diverse audiences

• Proficiency in design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), Figma, and other platforms. Experience with content management systems (CMS) and marketing automation tools is a plus

• Focus on measurable results, tying creative work to business outcomes like lead generation, brand awareness, and customer engagement

• Creative and strategic thinking to address complex challenges while adapting to evolving priorities and market conditions

• Bachelor’s degree in design, Marketing, Advertising, or related field

Skills:

• Prototyping and Testing 

• Developing and Conducting Stakeholder Interviews

• Product Design 

• Project Management 

• Marketing Strategy

Software/Tools:

• Figma

• Adobe Creative Cloud

• Photoshop

• Illustrator

• InDesign

• XD

• After Effects

• Principle 

• Axure

• WordPress

• Microsoft Office (Word and PPT)

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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