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

About this role
Role Overview
The Director will lead the Defined Contribution (DC) Solutions offering, with responsibility for business growth, client delivery, and investment outcomes. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution across investment strategy, portfolio design, and client engagement. The individual will serve as a senior subject matter expert on DC topics, driving innovation, market insights, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver differentiated, outcome-oriented solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Business Leadership & Strategy:
Own and lead the DC Solutions business, including overall strategy, growth, and execution
Serve as a senior subject matter expert across a broad range of DC topics
Develop and articulate market views, portfolio positioning, and investment insights
Oversee and contribute to research, innovation, and thought leadership
Investment Strategy & Implementation:
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
Client Engagement & Delivery:
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
Coordinate reporting and deliverables
Business Development:
Drive business development efforts
Support pitches, proposals, and RFP responses
Align investment messaging with client needs
Collaboration & Execution:
Partner with internal teams and stakeholders
Lead cross-functional collaboration
Build strong relationships internally and externally
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in asset management, trust banks, or broader financial services, preferably with exposure to multi-asset, portfolio solutions, or investment strategies
Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex investment concepts for different audiences
Commercial mindset with an interest in client engagement and business development
Strong investment knowledge and curiosity across financial markets (rates, equities, FX, or multi-asset)
CFA / CMA/ FRM (or progress towards qualifications)
Familiarity with tools such as Bloomberg and Excel
Experience with data analysis, automation, or coding (e.g., Python)
Facility with AI models and tools
Preferred Qualifications
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
Core Competencies
Client-centric mindset
Strategic thinking with execution focus
Analytical rigor
Leadership and collaboration

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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