About this role This role sits within Preqin, part of BlackRocku2019s Aladdin Client Business. Together, we are transforming how private markets data and technology power investment decisions globally. Preqin plays a critical role in expanding BlackRocku2019s private markets capabilities, complementing the Aladdin platform and helping clients view, analyze, and act across their entire portfolio. We are ambitious, collaborative, and deeply client focused u2014 and we are just getting started! Our mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We are a diverse bunch of people who like to analyse, reinvent, and enhance how we work, and all in the pursuit of a better experience for our colleagues and clients. There are limitless problems to solve and opportunities for development, alongside a team of clever and caring colleagues. Our culture is based on respect, inclusion, diversity but also challenge and stretch and value feedback. We believe that people reach their best potential when the different facets of their home, work and community are all cared about. We can promise you fun, fast paced work environment, offer competitive and innovative benefits, and the ability to define your role in pursuit of your aspirations. Your Role: As a Vice President within Preqinu2019s Business Development team, you will play a pivotal role in accelerating our growth across the DACH region. We are looking for a commercially driven, relationship oriented professional who is excited to build momentum, open doors, and close meaningful partnerships. In this role, we trust you to make an immediate impact u2014 generating new subscription revenue, building a strong and sustainable pipeline, and expanding existing client relationships in close partnership with our Aladdin Client Engagement colleagues. You will be at the forefront of our go to market efforts in Germany, driving demand through localized events, targeted outreach, and strategic lead generation. This is a highly visible role with real ownership, autonomy, and opportunity to shape how we grow in one of our most important markets! What youu2019ll be doing: Weu2019ll rely on you to own the full sales lifecycle, from first conversation to close u2014 engaging senior decision makers, understanding client needs, and delivering thoughtful, value driven solutions. Youu2019ll actively develop new business opportunities while also uncovering strategic expansion opportunities within our existing client base. Youu2019ll bring Preqinu2019s products and capabilities to life, confidently articulating how we help clients solve complex challenges in private markets. This includes delivering compelling proposals, running impactful product demonstrations, and acting as a trusted partner throughout the buying journey u2014 whether meeting clients in person or connecting virtually. Above all, youu2019ll be a collaborative force: working cross functionally, sharing insights, and contributing to a team culture that celebrates success and learns from every experience. What we are looking for: Weu2019re excited to meet candidates who bring energy, curiosity, and a growth mindset. Youu2019ll be fluent in English and German and have meaningful experience in business development or account management within financial services, alternative investments, or B2B SaaS environments. You have a proven track record of delivering results u2014 consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets u2014 and youu2019re comfortable navigating complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders. You understand how to negotiate thoughtfully, identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities, and create long term value for clients. Youu2019re commercially savvy, analytically strong, and naturally detail oriented. You enjoy solving problems, take ownership of outcomes, and bring a disciplined yet flexible approach to managing priorities. Just as importantly, you care about being a great teammate u2014 building trust quickly, collaborating openly, and contributing positively to team momentum. Strong proficiency with Microsoft tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with technology more broadly will help you thrive in this role. 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 BlackRocku2019s 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 u2013 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 u2013 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, weu2019ve 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 childrenu2019s 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 u2013 the one we make in our employees. Itu2019s why weu2019re 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 Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.