Director, Defined Contribution Solutions, Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions (MASS)

BlackRock•New York, NY

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director will lead BlackRock’s Defined Contribution (DC) Solutions offering, with responsibility for business growth, client delivery, and investment outcomes. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution across investment strategy, portfolio design, and client engagement. The Director will serve as a senior subject matter expert on DC topics and drive innovation, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver differentiated, outcome-oriented solutions. The Director will own the DC Solutions business strategy, growth, and execution; develop market views and investment insights; and oversee research, innovation, and thought leadership. The role includes leading custom glide path design, overseeing core investment menu construction, partnering with portfolio managers and research teams, conducting manager due diligence, and enhancing investment processes through data and technology. The Director will lead client relationships, provide investment advice and/or discretionary services, communicate strategies and performance, and coordinate client materials, reporting, and deliverables. The role also supports business development, pitches, proposals, and RFP responses, while partnering with internal teams and stakeholders to lead cross-functional collaboration. BlackRock’s hybrid work model requires employees to work in the office at least four days per week, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week. Some business groups may require more office time. For New York, NY, the salary range is USD $210,000–$270,000, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including healthcare, leave, and retirement benefits. BlackRock also describes benefits including tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents, a strong retirement plan, and Flexible Time Off.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in asset management, trust banks, or broader financial services; exposure to multi-asset, portfolio solutions, or investment strategies is preferred.
Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complex investment concepts for different audiences.
Commercial mindset and interest in client engagement and business development.
Strong investment knowledge and curiosity across financial markets, including rates, equities, FX, or multi-asset.
CFA, CMA, or FRM qualification, or progress toward one.
Familiarity with tools such as Bloomberg and Excel.
Experience with data analysis, automation, or coding, such as Python.
Facility with AI models and tools.
Client-centric mindset, strategic thinking with an execution focus, analytical rigor, leadership, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Experience in asset management or institutional consulting.
Strong business development skills.
Ability to develop innovative investment solutions.
Experience with RFPs and client reporting.
Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Own and lead the Defined Contribution Solutions business, including its overall strategy, growth, and execution.
Serve as a senior subject matter expert across a broad range of Defined Contribution topics.
Develop and articulate market views, portfolio positioning, and investment insights.
Oversee and contribute to research, innovation, and thought leadership.
Lead custom glide path design.
Oversee core investment menu construction.
Partner with portfolio managers and research teams.
Conduct manager due diligence, including quantitative screening.
Enhance investment processes using data and technology.
Lead client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
Provide investment advice and/or discretionary services.
Communicate strategies and performance clearly.
Prepare client presentations and materials, and coordinate reporting and deliverables.
Drive business development efforts and support pitches, proposals, and RFP responses.
Align investment messaging with client needs.
Partner with internal teams and stakeholders, lead cross-functional collaboration, and build strong internal and external relationships.