Director, Head of US ETF Platform

Blackrock

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Hybrid
Location
San Francisco, CA
Salary
$200,000–$270,000 / yr
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About Blackrock

BlackRock is the world''s largest asset management firm, providing investment management, risk management, and advisory services to institutional and retail clients through its Aladdin technology platform. Industry: Asset Management & Financial Services

Blackrock currently has 89 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Director, Head of US ETF Platform

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This leadership role within the ETF Platform team at BlackRock involves defining and executing the strategic vision for the US ETF platform, driving innovation and market leadership. The candidate will oversee a high-performing team of professionals, leading initiatives that enhance ETF trading, product development, and ecosystem connectivity. Key responsibilities include setting long-term vision, re-architecting the platform to meet regulatory requirements, and fostering collaboration with external stakeholders such as APs, market makers, and regulators. The role demands extensive experience in ETFs, investment management, or trading, along with deep expertise in markets, product development, and platform transformation. Essential skills include strategic leadership, risk management, and a strong understanding of the regulatory landscape. This position is pivotal for shaping the future of ETFs through innovative solutions and scalable operating models.

Skills

ETFs investment management trading market structure team leadership stakeholder management platform innovation Risk Management data technology collaborative leadership global matrixed organizations strategic vision execution excellence

What you'll do

  • Define and lead the long-term vision for the US ETF platform, aligning with global strategy.
  • Oversee evolution of the ETF platform to support scale, complexity, and regulatory needs.
  • Drive innovation in ETF structures and operating models to expand product offerings.
  • Lead a team of professionals, setting priorities and fostering high performance.
  • Act as senior interface across investment teams, trading, technology, risk, and operations.
  • Design primary market structures to enhance liquidity and efficiency for investors.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in ETFs, investment management, trading, or market structure.
  • Proven track record leading complex platform transformation initiatives and teams.
  • Deep expertise in ETF mechanics, primary/secondary markets, and ecosystem participants.
  • Strong executive presence with senior stakeholder management skills.
  • Strategic mindset to translate vision into execution for innovation and growth.
  • Robust risk management orientation and understanding of regulatory environments.
  • Collaborative leadership experience across global matrixed organizations.

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