Vice President, Model Portfolios Business Development - EMEA

About this role

About BlackRock

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary and individual investors around the world. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.

Business Unit Overview:

The Global Product Solutions (GPS) business was formed in January 2024 with an aim of unlocking new growth opportunities across iShares, Active and Private Markets, aligning our product strategies and working with clients to develop new and customized solutions that suit their needs.

Job Purpose/Background:

The BlackRock EMEA Investment and Portfolio Solutions (IPS) team – part of one of the 5 pillars of Global GPS – works across all client channels, from iSW to ICB and GCR, to service BlackRock’s clients in the region across the spectrum of their ‘whole portfolio’ needs. For clients wishing to retain control of asset allocation and implementation, the team delivers investment strategy insights & trade ideas and portfolio consultations to develop tailored solutions in relation to asset allocation, portfolio construction and implementation. For clients wishing to outsource part, or all, of their asset allocation and implementation, the team can offer Model Portfolios as a solution to these needs.

This senior role will work to drive commercial growth of the Model Portfolios platform in EMEA, where we serve clients across with Wealth segment, including Financial Advisors, Home Offices and Digital Wealth.

As we look to materially transform this business, this presents an unparalleled opportunity for a commercially minded individual who wants to build their career in a rapidly growing, strategically important part of the BlackRock business. This is also a great opportunity for an individual looking for the chance to help shape a key business for our region.

Key Responsibilities:

Origination and Commercialisation: Partner with Sales to originate and drive new client opportunities. Lead efforts to drive BlackRock models asset growth with clients once they’re onboarded

Country and Client Segment Strategy: Partner with Sales to define and execute against distribution priorities on a country and client segment basis

Thought Leadership & Surround Sound: Own creation and scaled distribution of content to support client adoption and consumption of BlackRock model portfolios

Stakeholder Management: Work with and influence individuals across several partner groups (including Sales, Marketing, Investment, Legal & Compliance and Onboarding) to deliver against client opportunities and strategic initiatives 

Knowledge/Experience:

• 4+ years’ experience in Sales / Solutions / Product roles within investment management, consulting or investment banking
• Experience in a client facing role essential
• Prior experience and knowledge EMEA Wealth market a plus
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, essential. The successful candidate must have the confidence and credibility to persuasively interact with colleagues, management, and clients
• Strong understanding of portfolio construction processes, including drivers of return, risk control and portfolio construction techniques a plus
• CFA / FRM / CAIA certification highly desirable a plus
• Ability to work efficiently and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Fluent English is a prerequisite, fluency in other languages an advantage

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.