BlackRock is recruiting for 7 new digital asset-related positions globally.

According to ME, on December 16 (UTC+8), BlackRock is aggressively recruiting to strengthen its digital asset strategy and expand its cryptocurrency and blockchain-related products globally, amid growing institutional interest in tokenized and on-chain assets. On a job posting board, BlackRock stated it is recruiting for seven digital asset-related positions, six in the US and one in Singapore. One US position focuses on expanding BlackRock's iShares digital asset ETF product line. The "Vice President/Director of Digital Asset Product Strategy" position requires candidates to be able to scale existing products to include its cryptocurrency ETFs and assist in promoting these products to institutional and wealth management clients. The same position also mentions building "next-generation products with strong commercial appeal," indicating the company's intention to move beyond traditional investment product formats. The Singapore position has a broader scope; BlackRock is seeking a leader in the region to develop its digital asset strategy in Asia. This role involves setting business objectives and identifying "preemptive major investments" in the region that align with global priorities, as well as developing a multi-year business plan. (Source: ME)