Managing Director, Public Policy

Position description

BlackRock has a long history of service as a trusted, expert resource to governments and policymakers around the world. Since the Government Affairs & Public Policy (GAPP) team was created in 2009, it has steadily grown, transformed, and established BlackRock as a respected advocate for investors and the millions of retirees we serve. In recent years, that work has extended to long-term challenges such as the retirement crisis, energy security, and investment in critical infrastructure.

This role is for a Managing Director on GAPP to help drive BlackRock’s legislative advocacy at the federal level in the US. This individual will be responsible for developing, prioritizing, tracking, and communicating BlackRock’s public policy priorities with Congress and the White House.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advance BlackRock’s US federal public policy priorities, collaborating closely with Legal & Compliance, Communications, and other teams across BlackRock to ensure alignment of views.
• Lead engagement with federal policymakers, trade associations, and clients on BlackRock’s priority issues.
• Review key legislation and regulation and provide technical recommendations.
• Coordinate with global public policy colleagues to ensure a consistent approach across regions.
• Engage internal stakeholders to understand the interests of BlackRock and our clients as they relate to public policy developments; enlist subject matter experts as appropriate; assist with the development and management of internal working groups.
• Develop and review materials for engagement with policymakers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers and staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; J.D. from a nationally recognized law school preferred
• 10+ years of work experience in government relations, financial policy, or financial regulation.
• Excellent judgment and impeccable ethics; desire to succeed in a collaborative, demanding, innovative, entrepreneurial environment.
• Exceptional political acumen, thorough understanding of federal public policy and ability to be represent BlackRock with all policy makers. 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Must be able to present complex concepts in a concise and understandable way.
• Strong skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Strong research and writing skills; strategic and creative thinking aptitude.
• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

For Washington, DC Only the salary range for this position is USD$250,000.00 - USD$325,000.00 . 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.

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