Hedge Fund Solutions Product Strategist – Director
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About this role
The Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS) team is the investment group at the heart of BlackRock's portfolio construction, asset allocation, and active management ecosystem. MASS draws on the full toolkit of BlackRock’s index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver precise investment outcomes and innovative alpha insights. MASS constructs active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions across a wide spectrum of commingled funds, separate accounts, model portfolios, and outsourcing solutions in the wealth and institutional channels. Currently, MASS handles over $1 trillion in assets and has a strong presence in the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
MASS is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are passionate about creating and promoting an environment where all employees are valued and respected. Consistent with our diverse client base, we recognize the benefit that diversity brings to the success of our business!
Hedge Fund Solutions (“HFS”) Product Strategy Overview
BlackRock’s Hedge Fund Solutions (HFS) platform within MASS, invests across the spectrum of hedge fund strategies with the objective of delivering strong risk-adjusted returns with low correlation to traditional asset classes. HFS partners with clients globally to construct diversified hedge fund portfolios and customized investment solutions. As of January 2026, HFS runs over $37 billion in assets, making it one of the largest allocators to hedge funds, globally.
The HFS Product Strategy (PS) team sits at the intersection of investments, sales, and platform strategy. Product Strategists work closely with BlackRock’s investment, sales and client relationship teams in order to raise new capital from prospective clients as well as retain and grow relationships with existing clients. Product Strategists are involved in driving forward these efforts which include working with the investment teams to design client solutions, developing related marketing materials and written content, as well as enhancing systems/processes. The role demands a high degree of collaboration with other team members, BlackRock business units and frequent interaction with clients and prospective clients.
This Director role will drive strategic growth across BlackRock’s HFS platform in the AMRS region. The role partners closely with Product Strategy leadership to shape and implement the regional business plan, identify new business opportunities, and engage prospective investors to expand the platform’s footprint.
This individual will also lead client relationship management and sales efforts, working alongside BlackRock relationship management teams and internal partners to retain and grow mandates. The role oversees the execution of complex, cross-functional investment mandates, ensuring seamless coordination across legal, operations, and other teams. The Director also develops marketing materials and strategic content to support business development and regional initiatives, while engaging in substantive investment discussions with clients and prospects across the HFS platform.
Description of Responsibilities: Hedge Fund Solutions Product Strategist – Director
Client & Commercial Engagement
Lead and drive new business development initiatives, due diligence requests and ongoing client relationship management in coordination with BlackRock relationship management and investment teams.
Shape and deliver compelling messaging that articulates HFS’ capabilities and the role of hedge fund strategies within broader client portfolios to clients and/or internal partners, influencing asset allocation decisions and strategic mandates.
Lead client meetings, portfolio reviews and strategic discussions, representing HFS with authority and credibility.
Conduct thorough quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform client strategy, investment positioning, and commercial strategy.
Platform Strategy & Support
Partner with senior HFS leadership to drive sales, marketing and client service strategy for the Hedge Fund Solutions platform in the AMRS, including commingled funds and customized client solutions, supporting delivery of commercial outcomes and regional growth objectives.
Work alongside Product Strategy Leadership to advance product development initiatives and platform enhancements, helping shape strategic priorities and leading cross-functional workstreams from concept through launch.
Coordinate the development of pitch materials and related marketing content, as well as commercial and often complex written responses to new business opportunities and client inquiries (including RFPs/DDQs), ensuring strategic alignment, messaging consistency and high-quality execution.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Drive collaboration across investments, risk management, operations, legal, compliance and relationship management to implement investment mandates and strategic platform initiatives.
Help establish protocols and scalable processes across teams to ensure consistent messaging, operational rigor and efficient delivery aligned with platform objectives.
Skills and Qualifications
Experience working with clients to translate needs and objectives into commercial outcomes.
Strong commercial competence and strategic mentality, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to platform growth and business outcomes.
Exceptional analytical, research and writing skills, with the ability to distill complex investment and commercial concepts into clear, compelling narratives for sophisticated audiences.
Resilient work ethic, emotional ownership and professional maturity.
Ability to proactively advance client relationships and capital raising initiatives, engaging credibly in investment and portfolio construction discussions.
Collaborative leader with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and independently drive complex workstreams.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with comfort operating in ambiguity and running multiple priorities.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, with executive presence to represent HFS internally and externally.
High attention to detail and aim for excellence.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and ability to develop familiarity and skills with proprietary technology.
Unimpeachable integrity with an uncompromised reputation.
Relevant FINRA requirements (Series 7, 66)
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.
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