Director, Head of Derivative ETF Product Structuring and Strategy

About this role

Role Description
We are seeking an individual to head Derivative ETF Product Structuring and Strategy within in the iShares Structuring and Solutions team. This role will have end-to-end responsibility for defining, building and scaling the iShares derivatives-based ETF business in Europe.
Working across commercial and product teams within the Global Product Solutions organisation and across partner businesses, the role is to lead the Outcome ETFs product segment - spanning product strategy, structuring, platform development and commercialisation - and lead on the structuring of new products on the iShares Market leading swap ETFs.
This is a category-build role requiring deep derivatives expertise, strong commercial judgement, and the ability to operate across multiple stakeholders to deliver new growth for iShares.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and lead the European Outcomes and Derivative ETF platform strategy, including product roadmap launch sequencing, and prioritisation
• Identify and assess new outcome-based strategies, structures, and underlyings to drive category growth and differentiation

Product Structuring & Design

• Lead ETF product design and structuring, leveraging derivatives and synthetic techniques to optimise client outcomes, tradability, and scalability within a UCITS ETF wrapper
• Partner closely with partner teams across the firm to ensure robust, compliant, and commercially viable structures

Commercialisation & Client Engagement

• Lead commercialisation efforts, including thought leadership, market-relevant insights, and direct client engagement
• Work in close partnership with Sales to position outcome ETFs effectively across client segments and channels
• Support Product strategists across asset classes on client engagements on Swap ETFs

Platform & Capability Development

• Define and prioritise technology and platform build requirements to support outcome ETF issuance, lifecycle management, and distribution
• Contribute to the evolution of the broader iShares operating model to support outcome-based products

Stakeholder Leadership

• Build strong, trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners to drive complex initiatives to successful delivery
• Act as a senior point of expertise on outcome ETFs for internal stakeholders and clients

Requirements & Experience

• Experience in derivatives trading, structuring or structured product sales, with a strong understanding of option-based and synthetic strategies and their implications for liquidity, tradability, and suitability within ETFs
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale new product categories or platforms, ideally within ETFs, derivatives, or structured products
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to challenge conventional approaches and design innovative solutions
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple complex workstreams while meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, with comfort engaging senior internal stakeholders and external clients
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability, able to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and manage delivery across multiple stakeholders

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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

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