About this role

BlackRock’s Corporate Strategy and Development Group is responsible for supporting the firm in positioning BlackRock to generate robust, long-term growth and shareholder value creation through formulating and executing enterprise-level vision and strategy, facilitating business level strategies and driving large multi-functional, cross border assignments and initiatives for the firm. The team is also responsible for sourcing, assessing and executing acquisitions, investments, divestitures and partnerships / alliances based on BlackRock's strategic priorities. This person will work closely with APAC Head of Corporate Strategy and Development and collaborate with APAC regional executives and business units to develop sustainable plans for long-term growth. This role is based in Tokyo and the team member will be part of the APAC team focusing on the firm’s regional corporate strategy and development efforts

Primary responsibilities:

  • Project manage and drive large-scale, cross-functional projects in support of developing APAC regional and country-specific growth strategies

  • Work with senior management and business unit leaders to determine strategic objectives and identify opportunities to meet these goals including (but not limited to); market entry strategies, business prioritization, and assessing strategic investments

  • Communicate strategic priorities and execution plans across the firm via presentations, meetings, written communications, etc.

  • Drive the evaluation and analysis of inorganic opportunities across the asset management and financial technology industries regionally and globally

  • Lead due diligence and transaction process in partnership with various teams across the firm, including business stakeholders, Finance, HR, Operations and Legal/Compliance

  • Build financial models to assess returns on invested capital and impact to BlackRock’s P&L

Development value:

  • Unparalleled exposure to senior leadership of BlackRock at the regional and global level

  • Potential development to broader leadership role within Corporate Strategy and Development

  • Strong track record of people migrating from Corporate Strategy and Development into elevated roles within a business

An ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • A passionate interest in financial markets and the asset management industry

  • A desire to work in a high-energy environment with a dedicated commitment to excellence

  • An ability to work as a team player, accept substantial individual responsibility, and proactively create value for the team

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with strong record of academic achievement

  • 6 – 10 years relevant work experience; financial services, consulting or strategy background preferred; knowledge of APAC asset management landscape preferred

  • Demonstrated strong project management skills, with experience leading large, high impact, cross-functional assignments

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, both conceptual and analytical; strong communication skills and extremely high attention to detail

  • Track record of identifying opportunities, building strategies, and driving change through creativity, relationship building and focused execution

  • Self-reliant, ambitious and proactive; able to show initiative and come up with ideas without prompting and operate credibly with senior stakeholders across multiple markets

  • Ability to concurrently manage multiple complex projects and activities, while working under pressure and with tight deadlines; strongly values being a team player

  • Superb written and oral communication skills in English and fluency in local language skills for Asian markets a plus

  • Familiarity with the M&A deal process and an ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple demands

  • Knowledge of and exposure to the full range of BlackRock’s activities preferred (not required): retail distribution, institutional distribution, ETFs, wealth management, marketing, alternatives, technology, portfolio management and capital markets, and trading

  • Regional language skills (e.g. Chinese, Japanese, Korean) preferred but not required

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 Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.


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