About this role

BlackRock Global Corporate Communications is looking for a Vice President, based in New York, to drive strategic communications for the firm's global public markets investment platform. This role covers the full spectrum of public markets products across active, ETFs, index, and cash, including our iShares business globally. The successful candidate will partner closely with the Global Head of Public Markets Communications and senior business leaders to develop and execute proactive, multi-channel communications campaigns that drive commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with senior executives, business leaders, marketing, and other members of the Corporate Communications team to develop and drive proactive, multi-channel communications campaigns that advance the objectives of our public markets investment platform in the U.S. across active, ETFs, index, and cash, including our iShares business.
• Develop narratives that highlight BlackRock's public markets investment platform, elevating our position across product categories while building a narrative of choice, access, and innovation.
• Partner with product, investment, and client teams to promote key products and capabilities across our public markets platform.
• Create and drive communications strategies for thought leadership from our investors (e.g., Global Equity Outlook) tailoring messaging to reach different audiences (institutional/wealth/consumer). 
• Drive coordination with internal partners to ensure that every campaign is measurable, leveraged across all channels and stakeholders, and priority messages are integrated into the firm's larger communications and marketing efforts. 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships across a broad range of earned media, including leading business and financial media, trade and specialist press, and emerging/digital-first outlets, while counseling and preparing senior spokespeople for media engagements.

Qualifications:

• 9+ years of communications experience in financial services, ideally with experience in active, index, ETFs or the broader public markets investing landscape.
• Demonstrated understanding of the asset management industry and capital markets, including active and index investment products.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop talent.
• Experience engaging with senior executives; navigating complex, global organizations; and fostering collaborative decision-making among senior stakeholders.
• 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.
• Proven ability in working across different regions and times zones, particularly Europe and APAC.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents 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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided  on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.