Director, Real Estate Equity Product Strategist

About this role

Job Purpose/Background:

With the continued growth of BlackRock Real Estate, we are seeking a Director level candidate to join our Real Estate Equity team as a member of Product Strategy in London. As part of this global team the candidate will drive product development, fundraising and investor relations across our European Real Estate Funds.

The Director will in particular focus on supporting the future growth of our platform and servicing the existing clients across BlackRock Real Estate Equity. In this function, the candidate will be working closely with other BlackRock teams such as our Alternatives Sales Specialists, Client Relationship Management, Consultant Relations, Risk & Analytics, Legal & Compliance and Operations & Admin.

This London based role will be exposed to a variety of investment and investor themes, will develop a strong understanding of a range of investment strategies within Real Estate and will work very closely with all members of BlackRock Global Real Estate Equity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising strategy & execution: partnership with distribution and PM teams to prepare and execute a comprehensive fundraising and marketing campaign, contributing to the AUM growth of the business.

• Drive Investor Relations for the existing global clients of BlackRock Real Estate Equity

• Closely work with various stakeholders on client fund updates, quarterly client reporting and ongoing investor queries

• Responsible for client materials, meeting preparations and due diligence support

• Drive planning, positioning and distribution preparation for ongoing product development.

• Work in close partnership with GPG and take a lead on marketing and communications to support brand and product development.

• Creation of and regular updates to marketing materials and research-based presentation content.

Knowledge / Experience:

• Commercial, analytical and communication skills are essential to this role, particularly the ability to distil complex structural and financial issues into plain language..

• Experience in Investor Relations or Product Strategy function(s), ideally in private markets

• Knowledge of Real Estate Equity investment environment is preferable

• Knowledge of global fundraising campaign management

• Strong presentation development and delivery skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, familiar with statistical analysis

• Disciplined organizational and project management skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to synthesize complex ideas

• Ability to work as part of an internationally distributed team

• Demonstrated record of academic achievement and leadership

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 current hybrid work model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while supporting increased flexibility for all employees. In line with local health guidance and regulations, employees are required to work at least 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. The health, safety and well-being of our people will always be our top priorities; we will continue to monitor local conditions and health advisories in making decisions about our work environments.

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.