Communications Analyst - Blackstone Technology and Innovations

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

Blackstone Technology & Innovations (BXTI) is the technology team at the core of each of Blackstone’s businesses and new growth initiatives. Serving both internal and external clients, we build the next generation of systems that manage risk, create efficiency, and improve transparency within the firm and across our broad community of investors and portfolio companies.

BXTI is fast paced and entrepreneurial – our open, iterative design processes and rapid pace of development mean that everyone on the team has the opportunity to make an impact from day one. We are problem solvers who can take projects from idea to implementation. We believe in active mentoring and developing excellence. We collaborate to find the best answers for our customers and for Blackstone, and we are critical to the firm maintaining its competitive edge. 

Job Description

Support the broader BXTI Communications team in developing and executing clear, engaging communications that advances the firm’s technology priorities and enhances the employee experience. Based in the Miami office, in this role you will help draft content, coordinate internal communications across key channels, drive adoption through marketing materials, support events and leadership engagements, and partner with stakeholders across BXTI and other corporate functions to drive awareness of technology initiatives across the firm.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Strategic Communications Planning: Assist the broader BXTI Communications team in Miami and New York to support the planning efforts and creation of newsletters, technology updates, incident communications and other high-visibility engagements. Help coordinate communications across email, Blackstone’s intranet site and other internal channels.
• Content Development: Draft and edit communications, presentations, talking points and supporting materials while also assisting in translating technical information into clear, engaging content.
• Technology Adoption & Training Communications: Partner with the firmwide Technology Training team to promote new products, tools and technology initiatives. Support the development of user guides, training materials, videos and other communication assets.
• Event Coordination: Assist with planning and coordinating Miami office town halls, leadership speaking engagements and training sessions. Help prepare event materials, agendas, talking points and run-of-show documents.
• Operations & Reporting: Champion our communication tools, track communication metrics and assist with reporting on engagement and effectiveness while also maintaining project trackers and communication calendars.
  
  

Qualifications

Candidates should exhibit strong organizational and communication skills and an interest in technology. Candidates should be self-motivated, confident, team-oriented individuals who work well in dynamic environments. Strong writing, analytical, research, evaluation and presentation skills are key, in addition to:

• 2 years of experience in a communications role, preferably in the financial services or technology industry
• Exceptional writing, editing and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of internal communication strategies
• Experience using PowerPoint and other design tools
• A self-starting, entrepreneurial attitude with demonstrated capability to quickly adapt to new technologies
• Well organized and detail oriented, with the capability to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience effectively working relationships across teams and interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels
  
  

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$80,000 - $95,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), 44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or 852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.
  
  

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

To submit your application please complete the form below. Fields marked with a red asterisk * must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say"). Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application. When you have finished click Submit at the bottom of this form.