Job Description

About this role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock Preqin plays a critical role in how we are transforming private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing BlackRock’s Aladdin platformto deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio

You will be joining the world’s leading data and insights provider for thealternativesindustry. We empower the global investment community with comprehensive, trusted data and analytics so they can make better decisions with speed, confidence, and precision. As part of BlackRock, Preqin is scaling its impact by embedding privatemarketsdata, benchmarks, and indices directly into investment workflows across Aladdin,eFront, and client platforms.

This is a leadership rolewithin Preqin Data, responsible for owning and scalingPreqin’sBenchmarks & Indices datasetsacross private markets.

The Director, Benchmarks & Indices Data will have end-to-endaccountabilityfor the quality, coverage,methodologysupport, and operational excellenceofPreqin’sbenchmark and index data—spanning fund levelbenchmarks, asset levelindices, private credit indices (including BDCs), and next generationbenchmark productsdeveloped in partnership with Aladdin andeFront

This role sits at the intersection of data, product, analytics, and platform integration, and will work closely with Preqin Product, Aladdin Data,eFrontInsight, Index Services, and client facingteamsto ensure Preqin benchmarks are institution grade, scalable, and deeply embedded in BlackRock’s ecosystem

A core responsibility of this role is to build, lead, and develop a high performingglobal teamwith deep domainexpertise, strong operational rigor, and a client centricmindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end quality, coverage, and integrity ofPreqin’sbenchmarks and indices datasets.

• Partner with Product andDatateams to operationalize benchmark and index methodologies at scale, with strong governance and documentation.

• Ensure datasets are institution‑grade, supporting analytics, reporting, and index construction use cases.

• Lead integration of benchmark and index data into Aladdin,eFront, and enterprise data platforms.

• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing global team with strong domainexpertiseand accountability.

• Act as a senior point of contact for internal stakeholders, including executive leadership and client‑facing teams.

• In addition, the role involves innovating and implementing processes to improve overall datalifecycle.A core responsibility is the management and development of a high-performing team that collaborates with business units and understands client requirements to achieve outstanding results.

You are a good fit if

• 12–15+ years of experience in financial data, benchmarks, indices, private markets, or related analytical data businesses.

• Proven experience building and scaling complex datasets in an institutional environment.

• Strong people leadershiptrack record, including managing and developing global teams.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution in a fast‑growing, integrated platform environment.

• Experience working cross‑functionally with Product, Engineering, and Analytics teams.

• Excellent communication skills and comfort engaging with senior stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degreerequired; advanced degree a plus.

• Familiarity with BI and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI,Metabase) is beneficial.

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.

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 @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.