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Vice President – Data Modelling. BlackRock 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.
Job Responsibility:
Define and execute the strategic vision for data modelling across the organization
Work closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders to ensure data models address current and future business needs
Advocate for the strategic importance of data modelling
Ensure that all data models comply with BlackRock’s data governance framework
Establish and enforce robust data quality standards and governance policies
Oversee data health assessments related to model performance and reliability
Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of data models—conceptual, logical, and physical
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
Lead efforts to gather and document comprehensive business requirements for data modelling initiatives
Manage relationships with data and software vendors
Work in tandem with internal teams across business, technology, and operations
Serve as a key liaison with both internal and external partners
Lead and foster collaboration among technical and non-technical teams
Communicate the data modelling strategy to senior leadership
Promote a culture of data literacy and best practices in data modelling
Provide leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex data model-related issues
Ensure that data governance controls are embedded throughout the modelling process
Advocate for and implement best practices in data modelling.
Requirements:
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
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
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees or certifications in data modelling, data architecture, or related disciplines are considered a plus.
Nice to have:
Experience in modelling for financial securities reference data is a plus
Advanced degrees or certifications in data modelling, data architecture, or related disciplines are considered a plus.