VP, Content Strategy

Company: Blackrock, Inc.
Location: New York
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Job Description:

About this roleWe are looking for an experienced content marketer for BlackRock's Private Markets Marketing and Communications department who will be responsible for helping to elevate BlackRock's position as a leader in private markets.Working closely with the - Head of Private Markets Editorial , this role will drive BlackRock's private markets content marketing strategy and exercise editorial oversight over original thought leadership and platform insights. You will work to source and produce thought-provoking content in modern story-telling formats. The successful candidate will be a critical thinker, curious, influential, collaborative and innovative, with the ability to strategically bring a diverse range of investment ideas, data and insights together to increase visibility of our Private Markets platform and accelerate growth. -You will collaborate with the Head of Editorial and other key stakeholders to decide what makes a compelling story, how to best showcase the forward-looking views of our investors, and why it matters for clients. They will also be expected to contribute diligent analysis of content metrics. We're looking for the right person who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving business and is confident leading projects for content that amplifies our brand and core messaging and keeps things fresh. -Duties

• Source and maintain a "content pipeline" across the BlackRock Private Markets platform to form a comprehensive view of content creation. Build working relationships with senior investment product strategists, content originators and other teams and help support the strategic integration of new content into client-centric, published material. Seek creative ways to re-purpose content and increase efficiency.
• Project manage the end-to-end process of creating, reviewing, and publishing content in support of our private markets growth priorities.
• Adapt and edit investment content for digital and other formats, writing headlines, captions, etc. that meet high editorial standards.
• Drive content creation for webcasts, event participation, videos and podcasts, including script writing and digital editing.
• Manage the review process including stakeholders and Legal & Compliance.
• Learn the BlackRock Private Markets value proposition and brand message and use it to bring consistency to our content.Skills
  • 10+ years of experience in asset management, journalism, consulting, or other firm, with solid experience in communications; as a copy editor and digital publishing a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial markets, including private markets, and an eagerness to learn more.
  • Strong writing and editing skills. Comfort handling complex topics and quantitative material, including charts and graphs.
  • Willingness to roll up sleeves and push content through various production systems.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with product and investment teams, campaign and communications managers, L&C experts, and digital, video production & technology partners. -
  • Strong relationship management skills with business and project stakeholders to ensure that goals are met in a timely manner.
  • Highly organized and strong attention to detail; ability to multi-task and manage process workflows with oversight on quality control.For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $133,000 - $170,000. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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 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. Beginning in September, all employees will shift to at least 4 days in the office per week, -with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. 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. About BlackRockAt 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.For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock - Twitter: @blackrock -- LinkedIn: - www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.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. About Us BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients-from grandparents, doctors, and teachers to large institutions-turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. People join our firm from around the world to gain real-world experience while making an impact. Discover how you can have a career at BlackRock that's exciting, rewarding and full of possibilities.

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