Director, Data Product Owner & Data Modeling (HR / Finance / Client Domains)
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About this role
Director, Data Product Owner
BlackRock’s Cross-Functional Technology (CFT)teambringstogether BlackRock’s people, process,dataand technology toestablishscalable, AI-enabled platforms and the technology foundationunderpinning thefirm’s long-term growth strategy. CFTenablesa unified,AI-first enterprise that simplifies decision-makingandincreases operational leverage.
The DataProduct Owner reports to the Head of CFT Data and partners with seniorstakeholders, CFT Platform engineering and enterprise data leadership. Data Product Ownerslead the strategic direction forthedata products serving BlackRock’scorporatefunctions.
About This Role
The Data Product Owner will own the product vision,roadmapandoperating model forthedata products withintheir purview (e.g., HR,financeor client book of business). This leader is accountable for designing andmaintainingthe end-to-end data model and for moving the organization from bespoke, project-based data delivery toward standardized,governedandreusable data products.
Key Responsibilities
Own the data product strategy,roadmapand backlog; rationalize fragmented reporting and data demand into a coherent portfolio
Define and manage the full data product lifecycle,establishingreusable, governed assetsthatsupport workflows, AI usecasesandregulatory needs
Design andmaintainthe end-to-end data model; drivedata quality, lineage,ownershipandgovernance routines
Serve as the primary product interface betweendatastakeholders andtechnology teams, translatingbusiness needs into clear product requirements, datadefinitionsandimplementation plans
Partner with CFT Platform and data engineering teams to implement pipelines, transformations, accesspatternsanddistribution mechanisms
Collaborate with CFT teams supporting Finance, HR,Legal & ComplianceandAuditto promote consistent data product practices and cross-functional reuse
Support adoption of enterprise data platforms, metadata/catalogstandardsandaccess controls
Required Experience
Strong understanding ofa givendatadomain (e.g., HR,financeor client book of business)
Proventrack recordof defining data product strategy, roadmapsandprioritization frameworksanddesigning enterprise-grade data models with governance routinesforquality, lineage,metadataand ownership
Demonstrated ability to deliver outcomes inlarge,matrixed enterprise environments
Strong communicationskills, including the ability toengage senior stakeholders,drive alignment across functions andtranslate complex, competing business needs into structured, executable product plans
ExperienceleveragingAI to enable scalability and consistency, including automation, workflow standardization and improved knowledge sharingwhilemaintainingownership,governanceand reliability of outcomes
Nice-to-HaveExperience
Experience in asset management, investmentmanagementor acomplexglobal financial institution
Familiarity with modern cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake), BI tools, metadata/catalogsolutionsanddata quality tooling
Experience leading an organization’s transition from report-centric delivery to product-oriented data delivery
Our benefitsTo 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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
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.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
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 and the pay transparency statement.
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 .
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.Automate your job search with Sonara.
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