Vice President – Single Line DPM Solutions (EMEA)

About this role

Role Overview

• BlackRock is seeking a Vice President to support the build-out and growth of our Single Line Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM) business across EMEA.
• This role sits at the intersection of investment expertise and commercial delivery, partnering closely with Relationship Managers and distribution teams to develop and scale a high-growth business focused on Private Banks, Family Offices, and Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) clients.
• The role will initially operate as a specialist overlay, providing deep technical expertise and supporting client engagement. Over time, the individual will take on direct ownership of revenue generation and client relationships, playing a leading role in establishing Single Line DPM as a core pillar of BlackRock’s International wealth offering.
• As client demand evolves toward customised, whole-portfolio solutions, this individual will be instrumental in positioning single stock and bond portfolios alongside ETFs and mutual funds, delivering integrated and outcome-oriented portfolios to clients.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Commercial Ownership

• Partner with Relationship Managers and sales teams across EMEA to originate, shape, and progress Single Line DPM opportunities
• Initially act as a technical overlay specialist, supporting sales teams in client engagement and solution development
• Progressively assume direct responsibility for revenue generation, including ownership of client relationships and sales targets
• Build, manage, and convert a pipeline of opportunities across Private Banks, Family Offices, and UHNW segments
• Contribute to defining and executing the go-to-market strategy for Single Line DPM across the region

Client Engagement & Solution Delivery

• Act as a trusted technical advisor in client meetings, articulating portfolio construction, implementation, and investment rationale
• Translate complex investment capabilities into clear, compelling, client-ready narratives
• Position single security portfolios within broader allocations, integrating ETFs, mutual funds, and other building blocks
• Develop strong relationships with client CIOs, portfolio managers, and advisors

Market Development & Thought Leadership

• Represent BlackRock at client events, conferences, and industry forums
• Develop and deliver educational content and training to both clients and internal stakeholders
• Help shape the commercial narrative and positioning of Single Line DPM capabilities across EMEA
• Provide market feedback to inform ongoing product development and innovation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with investment teams, product strategists, and technology partners to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and differentiated
• Collaborate across BlackRock to deliver a “One BlackRock” offering, leveraging the firm’s full platform
• Support the evolution of operational and platform capabilities required to scale the business

Technical & Platform Expertise

• Develop deep expertise in BlackRock’s portfolio construction and analytics capabilities, including Aladdin (preferred)
• Support the use of technology to enhance portfolio transparency, scalability, and client outcomes

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in wealth management, private banking, asset management, or investment advisory
• Strong understanding of Private Bank, Family Office, and UHNW client segments
• Deep knowledge of:
  • Portfolio construction and asset allocation
  • Single securities (equities and fixed income)
  • Integration of ETFs and mutual funds within multi-asset portfolios
• Proven ability to operate in a client-facing, commercially driven role

Commercial & Technical Capabilities

• Ability to combine technical investment expertise with strong commercial instinct
• Experience supporting or leading investment solution sales, structuring, or portfolio advisory
• Track record (or clear potential) to own revenue and drive business growth
• Experience building or scaling new business initiatives or capabilities is highly desirable
• Familiarity with Aladdin or similar platforms is advantageous

Communication & Leadership

• Strong presence and credibility with senior client audiences
• Proven experience presenting at events, conferences, or client forums
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders across sales, investment, and product teams

Key Characteristics

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and scale a business
• Commercially driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Technically credible with deep investment expertise
• Collaborative, with a One BlackRock mindset
• High energy, proactive, and able to operate in a fast-evolving environment

Why This Role

• This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in building a next-generation discretionary investment capability at BlackRock.
• The role offers a clear path from specialist overlay to revenue owner, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to shape strategy, build client relationships, and directly contribute to the growth of a strategically important business across EMEA.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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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