Vice President, Global Workplace Design Lead

About this role

Your Team

The Global Workplace Planning team is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of the firm’s corporate real estate strategy. This includes the strategic space planning, site acquisition and lease negotiation, design and construction and the ongoing management of the firms leases and rental payments. Within Workplace Planning, the Global Design & Construction (D & C) team is responsible for the planning and execution of capital projects, which includes requests for space alterations, renovation projects and fit out of new office locations. Additionally, D&C owns and implements global space and design standards for BlackRock offices.

Your Role and Impact

BlackRock has recently experienced significant headcount growth and transformed its workplace dramatically. From a new world-class headquarters in New York City to innovation hubs across the globe, we are building an organization focused on delivering a high-quality and consistent workplace experience at the firm.

The Workplace Design Lead has responsibility for BlackRock’s Global Workplace Design Standards and furniture programs. The position reports into the Global Head of Design and Construction (D&C) and will work closely with D&C Regional Leads and other functional leads within Workplace Planning.   

You will be an ambassador and subject matter expert on the design and space standards, leading to bring consistency and functionality to support BlackRock’s flexible workplace. You are driven by design and creating workplaces for your colleagues that invite to connect and collaborate. You are able to build trusting relationships and use your influencing skills to implement practical solutions to achieve common objectives. You thrive on being challenged and finding solutions to complex problems, without losing the big picture. You align with BlackRock’s passion for technology and sustainability and champion these areas in the application of the design standards.

Your Responsibilities:

• Program ownership of BlackRock’s Global Workplace Design Standards.  Responsible for design consistency for architecture, furniture, interior design, and signage across projects globally

• Ensure alignment and coordination on standards and specifications with other functions, i.e., MEP, Health & Safety, Sustainability and Technology

• Provide design support for all real estate projects

• Work closely with the D&C regional leads in the Americas, EMEA and APAC to ensure consistent application of the design standards globally

• Manage the furniture program and maintain list of current products that are functional, cost effective, meets standards and part of one of BlackRock’s global furniture agreements

• Partner with H&S on creating solutions for ensuring an inclusive environment from a workplace design perspective

• Support the evaluation of furniture to meet ergonomic requirements

• Be a partner and design resource to Workplace Experience colleagues, who operate our facilities

• Manage BlackRock’s Global Art Program

• Work with the Art Curator on the acquisition of new art and management of existing collection

• Ensure alignment with BlackRock’s brand and standards

• Develop and manage the annual global art budget

• Leverage design tools like Saltmine and Revit for internal design reviews using 3D models and renderings

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, interior design, or related field from an accredited college

• 6-8 years of progressive advancement in design management in the design and construction of office interiors

• Experience with the office furniture industry, knowledge of current products and trends

• Well versed with interior design trends and innovations in workplace with a feel for finishes and materials

• Experience in sustainable office design. LEED or similar accreditation is preferred but not required

• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels within the organization

• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills

• Financial management skills, experience managing budgets and partnering with procurement team

• Organized and detailed with prioritizing, and multi-tasking skills

• Knowledge and experience in developing and delivering alternative workplace strategies

• Experience working in a matrix environment

• Experience working in multiple cities and countries

• Self-motivation and flexibility, and ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative team environment

• An ability to think strategically and develop tactical implementation plans

• An ability to build collaborations across multiple functions and at all levels, both within and outside of the company

• Experience with MS Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Revit, Saltmine, Procore and space management systems

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$115,000.00 - USD$162,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

 

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.

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.