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About this role

BlackRock has a long history as a trusted, expert resource to governments and policymakers around the world on financial markets policy. Since 2009, the Government Affairs & Public Policy team has steadily established the firm as a respected advocate for investors and the millions of retirees we serve. In recent years, that work has extended to a broad array of challenging, long-term policy issues such as retirement, energy security, financial technology, and 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 financial services policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define BlackRock’s policy position and engagement strategy on key issues impacting investors, collaborating closely with Legal & Compliance and other teams within BlackRock the firm to develop policy perspectives and create alignment of views.

• Review key legislative and regulatory proposals and provide technical recommendations and legal expertise.

• Author and review comment letters, consultation responses, white papers and other relevant correspondence with policymakers.

• Prepare presentation materials for engagement with policymakers, regulators, and clients.

• Lead engagement with and presentations to policy makers, regulators, trade associations, and clients on key issues, representing BlackRock’s views.

• Research issues of critical importance to the industry and take initiative to identify/implement engagement and response strategies with legislators and regulators.

• Build and maintain deep 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, law firm or technology company with a focus on the policy, legal and/or regulatory matters related to digital assets, crypto assets, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence and/or other emerging financial technology issues.

• 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.

• Good judgment and impeccable ethics; desire to succeed in a demanding, innovative, entrepreneurial environment.

• Exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$194,000.00 - USD$270,000.00 . 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.

For Washington, DC Only the salary range for this position is USD$184,000.00 - USD$250,000.00 . 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 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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BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) and the pay transparency statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) .

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com . All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy (http://www.blackrock.com/corporate/compliance/privacy-policy#recruitment-privacy-notice) .

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.