Director, Family Office coverage for Germany & Austria

About this role

About BlackRock:
BlackRock is the worlds leading asset manager entrusted with over $11 trillion by clients worldwide. We provide innovative investment solutions and deep expertise across public and private markets to help our clients achieve their financial goals.

About the Business:
The EMEA Family Office business is one of BlackRocks fastest-growing client segments. Covering Single- and Multi-Family Offices the team of 12 professionals supports relationships across the region with a focus on delivering innovative investment strategies spanning ETFs alternatives and bespoke solutions.

Our value proposition includes:

• Access to the firms broad investment platform and global sourcing network
• In-house experts delivering tailored insights and risk management
• BlackRocks reputation for fiduciary excellence and conflict-free advice

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Director to lead and grow our Family Office business in Germany. The successful candidate will drive new business development manage and expand existing relationships and serve as a key partner to sophisticated Family Office clients across Germany.

The role demands a strategic business-builder with a strong understanding of private and public market investments the ability to translate investment strategies into actionable client plans and a collaborative mindset to work across BlackRocks internal ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement a growth strategy for the Family Office segment in Germany
• Define and track success metrics (e.g. share of wallet product penetration mandate wins)
• Prioritise client coverage and resource allocation based on commercial impact
• Assess the potential for CIO offerings in the region and evolve the proposition accordingly
• Provide regional leadership and contribute to the development of team culture and talent

Business Development & Client Management

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with large Single- and Multi-Family Offices
• Deliver tailored solutions aligned with client objectives across asset classes and structures
• Identify and pursue new business through strategic consultative sales engagement
• Proactively manage existing accounts identifying and defending at-risk relationships
• Lead and support cross-functional client pitches roadshows and reviews

Platform & Product Expertise

• Develop fluency across BlackRocks full platform including ETFs private markets multi-asset strategies OCIO and bespoke solutions
• Engage with portfolio managers investment strategists and subject-matter experts to deliver best-in-class advice
• Serve as a conduit between clients and internal product legal and servicing teams

Team Collaboration & Thought Leadership

• Act as a senior leader within the EMEA Family Office team contributing to firmwide initiatives
• Mentor and support junior colleagues fostering an inclusive collaborative culture
• Represent the firm in industry forums and client events raising the profile of BlackRock in the Family Office space

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in sales relationship management business development within Family Office segment
• Proven track record of commercial success in Germany
• Deep knowledge of both public and private markets; strong ability to articulate complex investment strategies to sophisticated investors
• Entrepreneurial proactive mindset with a strategic approach to sales and relationship management
• Fluency in German and English is essential
• Excellent interpersonal presentation and influencing skills
• Strong team player and cultural leader; able to collaborate across functions and geographies

Why BlackRock
At BlackRock we are committed to fostering an inclusive high-performance environment where everyone is respected and empowered. We offer competitive compensation exceptional benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

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

BlackRocks 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 childrens 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. Its why were 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: is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age disability race religion sex sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.