Managing Director, Global Head of Macro - BlackRock Investment Institute

BlackRock•New York, NY

2d•$270,000 - $350,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The BlackRock Investment Institute (BII) leverages BlackRock's expertise and produces proprietary research to provide insights on the global economy, markets, geopolitics, and long-term asset allocation. This role is responsible for the macro analysis to support views that underpin tactical and strategic horizon asset allocations, providing clients with a whole-portfolio perspective. The Head of Macro Research works closely with the Head of BII, Global Chief Investment Strategist, and Head of Portfolio Research to develop and communicate macro views.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in a senior market economist position in the financial services or policy making sectors.
Strong background in macroeconomics and finance with substantial experience forecasting and analyzing economic trends.
Ability to lead and influence strategic discussions and help develop rigorous investment-relevant conclusions through idea generation and quality analysis.
Credible thought leader and effective communicator, both orally and written.
Intellectual curiosity that drives creative thinking.
Ability to work collaboratively with other senior leaders and to build and maintain strong relationships and networks.

Responsibilities

Identifying and producing the most impactful timely macro analysis to inform investment platform debate and decisions.
Tracking and analyzing global policy developments of relevance to investors.
Leading the development and articulation of the BII global macro view in support of both tactical and strategic investment views, including capital market assumptions.
In collaboration with the BII head, engaging investors and communicating in media on global macro issues.
Overseeing an analytical team of juniors.
Leading global client engagement pertaining to macro issues.
Engaging in macro public debate and with the public policy sector.