Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs

About this role

BlackRock is seeking an experienced and dynamic Corporate Communications and Public Affairs professional to join our Asia Pacific Corporate Communications team. The team plays a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the firm’s reputation across 14 distinctive markets, while advancing BlackRock’s purpose of helping more people experience financial well-being.

An evolving landscape and higher expectations of companies, including for BlackRock, requires that we must fully integrate the firm's public affairs capabilities, adopt innovative approaches to communication, and engage influential stakeholders effectively. This calls for energetic, forward-thinking talent who thrives in complex, fast moving and regulated environments.

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of strategies that promote BlackRock’s business and narrative across local markets. You will ensure that corporate communications are closely aligned with public affairs priorities to support the firm’s commercial objectives, while also showcasing BlackRock’s contributions to society and the communities where we operate.

The successful candidate will bring deep corporate communications expertise combined with a strong public affairs skillset. This includes a thorough understanding of policy and regulatory environments across APAC markets, as well as the ability to interpret legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical developments. You will assess potential risks and translate these insights into effective communications strategies and stakeholder engagement plans. A critical part of the role will be shaping narratives and driving issue advocacy to advance the firm’s business priorities.

You will lead integrated strategies across corporate communications, policy positioning, regulatory engagement, and issues management—ensuring alignment with global positioning and business goals.

The Corporate Communications Director will be based in Hong Kong or Singapore and will be a critical member of the team responsible for corporate communications initiatives related to public policy, social impact and other efforts that shape the firm’s reputation among key stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with other members of the Corporate Communications team to develop and deliver modern, proactive, multi-channel communications strategies that strengthen understanding and recognition of BlackRock’s brand, business, position on regulatory and public policy issues, and social impact.
• Craft compelling narratives and storylines that highlight BlackRock’s contributions to society and the communities where we operate.
• Develop enterprise level and market specific messaging that aligns with regulatory, geopolitical and cultural realities.
• Lead complex communications initiatives that intersect public policy, regulations, communications, marketing, philanthropy and social responsibility. 
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications colleagues on issue management to safeguard leadership and protect the firm’s license to operate, ensuring advocacy positions balance commercial objectives with external expectations.
• Champion thought leadership priorities and public policy content that aligns with the firm’s strategic priorities and business objectives.
• Work in partnership with Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team to amplify BlackRock’s advocacy efforts where relevant.
• Drive integrated communications campaigns on regulatory developments, sustainability and social issues
• Maintain productive working relationships with business/financial and trade media via traditional and digital channels.

Key Qualifications:

• At least ten years’ experience in corporate communications, public affairs or other adjacent discipline within financial services industry or a leading consultancy.
• Commercial acumen and political awareness: A thorough understanding of the asset management industry, investment products and strategies, capital markets and the geopolitical issues impacting institutional and individual investors.
• Proven experience in both traditional and modern communications practices, with the ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate across diverse audiences.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage sensitive issues with discretion, and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Calm under pressure, able to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines with intellectual agility and resilience. 
• Strong writing skills to distill complex topics into clear, engaging narratives, complemented by excellent verbal and written communications abilities
• A proactive mindset with a genuine quest for knowledge.
• Highly collaborative, able to coordinate across diverse teams and build productive relationships with executives, journalists and colleagues globally. Track record of working effectively with senior leadership.
• Direct engagement experience with policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and industry bodies is an advantage though not essential

About BlackRock Corporate Communications

An important part of BlackRock’s Corporate Affairs function, the global Corporate Communications team leads internal and external communications efforts that advance our purpose of helping more and more people experience financial well-being. The team develops compelling communications programs that enhance our culture, drive growth, strengthen our reputation, and build our brand.

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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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.