Director, Global Equity Manager Research – Investment Leadership, Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS)

About this role

BlackRock’s Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) is at the heart of the firm’s portfolio construction, asset allocation and whole-portfolio investment capabilities. MASS brings together expertise across public and private markets, index, factors and alpha-seeking strategies to deliver investment solutions for institutional and wealth clients globally.

Within MASS, BlackRock Manager Research (BMR) is responsible for identifying, evaluating and maintaining conviction in investment managers and strategies across public and private markets. BMR combines deep qualitative research, quantitative analysis and ongoing monitoring to develop independent investment recommendations and insights. The team partners closely with portfolio managers and Outsourced Chief Investment Officers (OCIO) across MASS, helping inform manager selection and broader portfolio decisions for clients globally.

We are looking for an accomplished equity investment professional to take on a senior investment leadership role within Global Equity Manager Research. The successful candidate will bring deep investment expertise, strong judgment, a proven ability to develop investment talent, and a passion for building a world-class research platform.

MASS is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We seek to create an environment where different perspectives are valued and where our people can perform at their best. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide senior investment leadership and play a key role in shaping and driving the strategic direction of Global Equity Manager Research, driving research excellence, strengthening investment conviction, and enhancing the quality and impact of manager recommendations across the global platform.

• Own the quality, conviction and performance of the recommended equity manager universe while maintaining a high-conviction research platform focused on areas where differentiated insight can drive investment outcomes.

• Lead, develop and hold accountable a global team of equity specialists, raising the bar on investment judgment, research quality and performance.

• Partner with investment teams, Chief Investment Officers (CIOs), clients and solutions stakeholders on manager selection, portfolio insights and communication of investment views and manager conviction.

• Drive innovation through greater use of quantitative analysis, data, AI and technology to improve research quality, monitoring and scalability.

• Contribute as a senior BMR leader beyond Equities, helping evolve BMR’s research framework, talent, governance and integration across the broader public and private investment platform.

About you: 

• Accomplished investment leader and people manager with deep expertise in equity investing and manager research.

• Demonstrated ability to build, develop and hold accountable high-performing investment teams, while raising research and performance standards.

• Collaborative leader with the credibility and judgment to influence senior stakeholders while maintaining the independence and integrity of investment research.

• Global mindset with experience working across regions, teams and investment cultures.

• High standards of fiduciary responsibility, integrity, ownership and accountability.

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$210,000.00 - USD$270,000.00 . 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.

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 guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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 workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.