Business Manager, Global Product Group

About this role

What team will you be on?

Are you interested in creating industry-leading financial products? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit but also like collaborating with a team? At the center of BlackRock, the largest investment management firm in the world, is the Global Product Group (GPG). Being a member of GPG means working with industry leaders to build products that help people build savings and achieve financial well-being. GPG brings innovation, discipline, and focus to BlackRock's investment product line by partnering with client businesses, investment teams, and corporate functions to deliver expertly designed, scalable products to clients.

Why is your role important?

Reporting to GPG’s Chief Operating Office and partnering with leaders in GPG’s global management team, you will play a lead role in driving the effective day-to-day operation of the business. You will represent GPG in firm interactions, ensuring quality outcomes and timely completion of cross-functional projects spanning expense, risk, and talent management. You will also support the evolution of core product development and analytics processes.

A keen interest in product development, innovation and commercialization is preferred.

What will you be doing?

• Change management: Implement changes to operating model; drive operational execution, including ensuring projects have accountable ownership, clear timelines, specific and measurable deliverables, and alignment with firm priorities
• Risk management: Own oversight of risk management schemes, such as business continuity plans, risk and control assessments, internal audits and compliance reviews; promote and monitor training on firm, business, and regulatory procedures
• Annual planning & budget management: Develop and monitor business operating plans, including annual objectives and quarterly business reviews; own recruitment prioritization process and play lead role in headcount management
• Talent management: Drive design and execution of talent development, employee experience, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion action plans; play a lead role in pipeline development, selection, and training of the Program Analyst and intern populations; manage content and logistics of Town Halls and key presentations

What are we looking for?

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to write staff communications, draft talking points, and create business presentations
• Self-starter with high energy, motivation, commitment to excellence and positive approach to business challenges
• 2-5 years driving strategy, business management or project management in a complex environment
• Critical thinker with strong execution and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize competing needs, drive multiple projects concurrently, and lead cross-functional groups to outcomes
• Sense of initiative; readiness to take on a full range of tasks and pursue additional responsibility quickly
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel
• Sound judgment and discretion

For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $109,250 – $130,000. 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 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.