Full-Time

Director – Technology and Innovation Communications

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BlackRock

BlackRock

Data & Analytics
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$190k - $240kAnnually

+ Annual Discretionary Bonus

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

Employees are required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week.

Category
PR & Communications
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Communications
Blockchain
Requirements
  • 10+ years of communications experience in the financial services, financial technology, and/or technology industries.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the asset management industry, financial technology, blockchain, and digital assets.
  • Experience engaging with senior executives; navigating complex, global organizations; and fostering collaborative decision-making among senior stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage a team and develop talent.
  • Exceptional media relations capabilities and the ability to translate complex topics to simple, compelling narratives.
  • Track record of developing strategic, impactful communications plans across earned, owned, and paid that align with business priorities.
  • Ability to multitask and operate with flexibility in a fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
  • Partner closely with senior executives, business leaders, marketing, public policy, and members of the Corporate Communications team to develop proactive, multi-channel communications campaigns that drive growth in one of the firm’s biggest priorities – technology and innovation.
  • Provide counsel to business leaders and other internal partners to ensure an integrated and aligned strategy for increasing understanding of the Aladdin platform and its capabilities.
  • Manage a global team of communications professionals focused on driving understanding of our technology business and further positioning the firm as a leader in financial technology and innovation.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with top-tier business/financial and technology media and internal stakeholders.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$72.7B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1988

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for ESG investments boosts BlackRock's sustainable finance products.
  • Growing interest in thematic ETFs allows BlackRock to diversify its offerings.
  • Rising popularity of passive investing benefits BlackRock's low-cost index funds.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges from ESG initiatives could harm BlackRock's reputation and finances.
  • Integration of HPS founders may pose cultural and operational challenges.

What makes BlackRock unique

  • BlackRock's Aladdin platform leads in digital asset management transformation.
  • The iShares International Country Rotation Active ETF diversifies BlackRock's active ETF lineup.
  • BlackRock's acquisition of HPS enhances its private financial services capabilities.

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