Fund Services Product and Implementation Lead – VP/Director

About this role

Role Overview:

The Fund Services Product and Implementation Lead is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of our Private Markets Fund Administration technology platform. This role owns execution from requirements definition through data migration, testing, reporting readiness, and post‑go‑live stabilization, acting as the single point of accountability across Product, Technology, Fund Administration, and clients. This role also plays a key role in designing and scaling the future‑state onboarding model as the platform is extended to additional clients.

This is a hands‑on delivery leadership role for individuals who operate at the intersection of product, data, and operations and who want to play a critical role in scaling BlackRock’s Private Markets platform.

The Impact:

• Direct ownership of high-impact private markets implementations at scale.

• Broad exposure across fund accounting, data, reporting, product, and technology.

• Opportunity to shape future-state operating models and scalable technology platforms supporting BlackRock’s growth in private markets.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Execution & Delivery Ownership

• Own delivery of a modern Fund Administration platform experience from implementation to stabilization.

• Serve as the Fund Administration product owner, translating client and operational needs into executable solutions.

• Lead end‑to‑end execution of complex client onboardings.

• Lead and scale an initial global team of five to support delivery, with significant growth expected.

Requirements Configuration & Product Translation

• Lead business requirements definition and gap analysis against BlackRock best-practice solutions.

• Translate client and Fund Administration needs into clear, actionable configuration and product requirements.

• Partner closely with Product and Technology teams to ensure solutions are executable, scalable, and integrate with other systems.

Data Migration, Reconciliation & Reporting Readiness

• Own data migration strategy and execution, including source identification, sequencing, and validation.

• Lead reconciliation and reporting readiness to ensure books, records, and client outputs are complete and accurate.

• Analyze reporting requirements for clients and define and deliver outcomes to our clients.

• Resolve complex data and reporting issues across upstream and downstream systems.

Testing, Go-Live & Stabilization

• Own UAT planning and execution from a business and operational perspective.

• Define readiness criteria, manage defect resolution, and lead business sign-off.

• Lead go-live decisioning and early production stabilization, ensuring controlled transition to BAU.

Stakeholder & Client Leadership

• Serve as the primary execution contact for clients during implementation.

• Partner with Fund Accounting, Treasury, Product, and Technology to manage delivery risk.

• Provide clear, executive-level communication on progress, risks, and decisions.

Key Requirements for this Role:

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in private equity fund accounting, audit, or implementations/onboardings or as a consultant implementing private equity systems; previous project or program management experience preferred

• Significant hands-on experience in private equity fund accounting systems (e.g. eFront, Investran, etc.)

• A track record in driving high levels of engagement and performance across multidisciplinary teams

• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills and an ability to communicate flexibly with technical and non-technical stakeholders across multiple geographies

• Previous ownership of end-to-end systems implementation incl. data migrations, UAT, reporting readiness, and go-live delivery.

• Bachelor's degree or higher from recognized university (accounting or finance background).

• Preferred but not required: CPA, CFA or CAIA qualification

For Dallas, TX Only the salary range for this position is USD$0.00 - USD$0.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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.

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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