Director, Regulatory Affairs, US Government Affairs & Public Policy

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About this role

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 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 Director of Regulatory Affairs on the US Government Affairs & Public Policy team with a legal background and deep expertise in securities law and experience in the financial services market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define BlackRock’s position and engagement strategy on key issues impacting investors, collaborating closely with Legal & Compliance and other teams within BlackRock to ensure alignment of views.
• Review key legislative and regulatory proposals and provide technical recommendations and legal expertise.
• Help lead US policy areas that may include market structure and digital assets.
• Author and review comment letters, consultation responses, white papers.
• Prepare presentation materials for engagement with policymakers, regulators, and clients.
• Lead engagement with and presentations to policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and clients on key issues, representing BlackRock’s views.
• Research issues of critical importance to the industry and take the initiative to identify/implement engagement and response strategies with legislators and regulators.
• Build and maintain networks of contacts both within BlackRock and externally with relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and J.D. from a nationally recognized law school.
• 7-10+ years of work experience in financial services or at a law firm with a focus on financial regulation.
• Expertise on the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, Securities Act of 1933, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010, and other major laws that govern the securities industry.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Must be able to present complex concepts in a concise and understandable way.
• Strong content creation skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Strong research and writing skills; strategic and creative thinking aptitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple ongoing deliverables and tight deadlines.
• Ability to clearly articulate ideas to senior internal and external audiences, including leaders within the firm, outside counsel, clients, and third-party organizations.
• Background and interest in digital assets, cryptocurrencies, artificial intelligence and/or FinTech preferred.
• Background and interest in derivatives, rates markets, equity and fixed-income trading markets preferred.
• Good judgment and impeccable ethics; desire to succeed in a demanding, innovative, entrepreneurial environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

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.

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.

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.

Job requisition

R241055

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