BlackRock · 7 hours ago
Data Modeling Lead, Vice President
AT8 - 725 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
7+ years expBlackRock is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President to lead its growing and dynamic Data Modelling function. This senior role is responsible for driving the design, creation, and maintenance of data models that power critical analytics, regulatory, and operational objectives across the firm.
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Responsibilities
Define and execute the strategic vision for data modelling across the organization, setting the direction for how data models are designed, maintained, and optimized
Work closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders to ensure data models address current and future business needs while adhering to industry best practices
Advocate for the strategic importance of data modelling within BlackRock, championing its value in driving data-driven decision-making
Ensure that all data models comply with BlackRock’s data governance framework, emphasizing data accuracy, completeness, and consistency
Establish and enforce robust data quality standards and governance policies that integrate seamlessly with data modelling processes
Oversee data health assessments related to model performance and reliability, ensuring ongoing enhancements to meet regulatory and operational needs
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of data models—conceptual, logical, and physical—ensuring they are fit for purpose and strategically aligned with organizational goals
Drive effective coordination among product management, engineering, and business teams to integrate new or updated data models into data products
Balance short-term business demands with long-term architectural objectives, designing models that are scalable and adaptable to future needs
Lead efforts to gather and document comprehensive business requirements for data modelling initiatives, collaborating closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into model specifications
Oversee the documentation process to ensure clarity and consistency, effectively bridging the gap between technical requirements and business objectives
Break down complex modelling challenges into actionable tasks to facilitate efficient and accurate model development
Manage relationships with data and software vendors, ensuring that third-party solutions meet BlackRock’s data model requirements and quality standards
Work in tandem with internal teams across business, technology, and operations to ensure that delivered models meet stakeholder needs on time and within budget
Serve as a key liaison with both internal and external partners, negotiating priorities, timelines, and resources to achieve optimal modelling outcomes
Lead and foster collaboration among technical and non-technical teams, ensuring that complex modelling concepts are clearly understood and appropriately applied
Communicate the data modelling strategy to senior leadership, aligning cross-functional efforts with organizational priorities
Promote a culture of data literacy and best practices in data modelling through regular training and guidance
Provide leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex data model-related issues, using data-driven approaches and industry best practices to address business challenges
Ensure that data governance controls are embedded throughout the modelling process, from ideation and development to testing and deployment
Advocate for and implement best practices in data modelling, continually refining processes to improve quality, efficiency, and business value
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7 years in data modelling, ideally within large-scale organizations in the financial services industry or a similarly complex domain
Proficiency in designing conceptual, logical, and physical data models; experience with data governance tools, third-party data sources, and cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate priorities, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership
Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field is required
Preferred
Strong understanding of financial markets and investment management is preferred; experience with financial security reference data is a plus
Familiarity with SQL, Python, and data governance platforms is highly beneficial
Advanced degrees or certifications in data modelling, data architecture, or related disciplines are considered a plus
Benefits
Annual discretionary bonus
Healthcare
Leave benefits
Retirement benefits
Strong retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive healthcare
Support for working parents
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Company
BlackRock
BlackRock is an investment company that offers its services to institutions, intermediaries, foundations, and individual investors.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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Vice President & Legal Counsel
Mike Strug
Vice President
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