Director, Data Benchmarks

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 platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio. You will be joining the world's leading data and insights provider for the alternatives industry. 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 private markets data, benchmarks, and indices directly into investment workflows across Aladdin, eFront, and client platforms.

About this role

This is a leadership role within Preqin Data, responsible for owning and scaling Preqin's Benchmarks & Indices datasets across private markets. The Director, Benchmarks & Indices Data will have end-to-end accountability for the quality, coverage, methodology support, and operational excellence of Preqin's benchmark and index data—spanning fund level benchmarks, asset level indices, private credit indices (including BDCs), and next generation benchmark products developed in partnership with Aladdin and eFront. This role sits at the intersection of data, product, analytics, and platform integration, and will work closely with Preqin Product, Aladdin Data, eFront Insight, Index Services, and client facing teams to 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 performing global team with deep domain expertise, strong operational rigor, and a client centric mindset.

Job Overview

This is a leadership role within Preqin Data, responsible for owning and scaling Preqin's Benchmarks & Indices datasets across private markets. The Director, Benchmarks & Indices Data will have end-to-end accountability for the quality, coverage, methodology support, and operational excellence of Preqin's benchmark and index data—spanning fund level benchmarks, asset level indices, private credit indices (including BDCs), and next generation benchmark products developed in partnership with Aladdin and eFront. This role sits at the intersection of data, product, analytics, and platform integration, and will work closely with Preqin Product, Aladdin Data, eFront Insight, Index Services, and client facing teams to 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 performing global team with deep domain expertise, strong operational rigor, and a client centric mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end quality, coverage, and integrity of Preqin's benchmarks and indices datasets.
• Partner with Product and Data teams 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 domain expertise and 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 data lifecycle. 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 leadership track 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 degree required; 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. BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients—from grandparents, doctors, and teachers to large institutions—turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. People join our firm from around the world to gain real-world experience while making an impact. Discover how you can have a career at BlackRock that's exciting, rewarding and full of possibilities.