Director - Preqin Data Strategy

About this role

Director, Preqin Data Strategy

Business Overview

From its inception, BlackRock has been driven by a clear and purposeful mission. Over time, we refined our expression of that mission to what it is today: helping more people achieve financial well-being. This mission underscores our firm belief in BlackRock’s vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals.

Aladdin was created early in the firm’s history to ensure that the investment professionals at BlackRock have the best-in-class data, analytics, and tools to manage client assets. Twenty years ago, BlackRock made Aladdin available to other asset managers and asset owners. Today, Aladdin is relied on by approximately 55,000 investment professionals around the world.

This role sits within Preqin, part of BlackRock. Preqin is at the forefront of transforming private markets through data and technology, enabling clients globally to make better-informed decisions. Preqin complements BlackRock’s Aladdin platform, delivering integrated solutions for the entire portfolio. 

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced leader to join the Preqin Data Strategy team. This role is centrally positioned across Preqin, Aladdin, and the broader firm, responsible for advancing private markets data initiatives aligned with Preqin’s commercial priorities and strategic objectives.

You will operate in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment, interacting closely with senior stakeholders across the firm. Success in this role requires strong ownership, clear direction, and hands-on involvement from strategy through execution.

You will:

• Drive the transformation, expansion, and integration of private markets data to support Preqin’s growth and strategic objectives

• Serve as a central point of coordination for Preqin data initiatives across Preqin, Aladdin, and BlackRock

• Translate business priorities into clear roadmaps and execution plans

• Lead bidirectional engagement with partner teams to advance strategic use cases, maximizing the value of Preqin data while appropriately integrating partner data into Preqin

• Champion scalable, robust data solutions that improve efficiency and unlock platform synergies while balancing speed and agility

• Oversee teams across design, implementation, and execution to ensure initiatives are delivered effectively and sustainably

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives across large organizations.

• 10+ years of experience in data, product, analytics, and / or platform roles within financial services

• Deep understanding of how data drives investment, product, and client workflows within capital market participants

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$220,000.00 - USD$275,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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. USD$0.00 - USD$0.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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.