Technology Communications Lead - Sr. Associate/VP - ATL or NYC

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About this role

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional, cross-regional teams? Are you passionate about technology and information security?

We are seeking a communications leader for technology and information security initiatives that are shaping the BlackRock employee experience. This role sits within the Technology & Operations COO team, a function central to running one of the largest businesses at BlackRock. The ideal candidate is a results-driven and detail-oriented professional who is passionate about technology and finding effective and creative ways to support employees through enterprise change initiatives.

Interested in learning more? Contact our recruiting team and let's get to know each other!

Location: We are looking to staff this role in New York or Atlanta. Our teams are currently working remote through October 1. We expect our future to be a hybrid office/work from home mix.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop strong knowledge of technology products and their use at BlackRock
• Cultivate excellent professional relationships with technology colleagues across the world to keep a pulse on planned changes to the employee experience
• Translate complex technical topics into clear communications that employees can easily understand
• Partner with our technology teams to design training material related to new and existing products
• Diligent in your written and verbal communication, producing a consistently high standard of communication materials
• Represent technology communications in planning meetings, serving as the voice of the employee
• Partner with Corporate Communications to support the evolution of the firmwide employee digital experience at BlackRock
• Use employee engagement data to inform and shape your approach

Required Skills and Experience:

• ~4-6 years communications and change management experience
• Excellent writing, editing, and messaging skills with an ability to present and adapt communication style as needed
• Great organization skills, high attention to details and ability to advance multiple projects at once
• An understanding of current events related to technology
• A global approach to work with different cultures, perspectives, and attitudes
• A student of technology - proficient in MS 365 applications
• Understanding of or ability to learn internal communications software e.g., Poppulo
• Proven record of designing and executing against communication plans
• Experience with measuring the effectiveness of communication campaigns
• Some experience with data visualization tools e.g., Tableau/Power BI
• A great teammate, relationship builder and strong collaborator BlackRock is proud to be an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/D/V.

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.

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 careers.blackrock.com | | Instagram: | Twitter: | LinkedIn:

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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.

BlackRock is proud to be an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/D/V.

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.

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 careers.blackrock.com | | | | LinkedIn:

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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.