About this role
BlackRock is currently looking for professionals at both the Analyst level (including recent graduates) and Associate level (typically 3+ years of experience) to join our Portfolio Compliance Monitoring Team.
The Portfolio Compliance Group (PCG) sits within Global Accounting and Product Services (GAAPS), a core function of BlackRock's Business Operations & Technology organization. PCG is responsible for implementing controls and processes that ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and portfolio-specific investment guidelines. The team's coverage includes:
- Aladdin pre-trade and post-trade compliance monitoring
- Non-Aladdin trading compliance
- Global syndicate offering reviews
- ERISA and fiduciary monitoring
- Global thresholds reporting
The Portfolio Compliance Monitoring Team plays a critical role in overseeing investment guideline compliance across BlackRock funds and client mandates. The team investigates and resolves pre-trade and post-trade guideline exceptions and partners closely with Portfolio Managers and other stakeholders to ensure ongoing compliance.
Key Responsibilities- Monitor investment guideline compliance across BlackRock funds and client portfolios, with a focus on EMEA.
- Investigate and resolve pre-trade and post-trade investment guideline exceptions.
- Partner closely with Portfolio Management and other internal stakeholders to maintain portfolio compliance.
- Execute manual compliance testing and controls.
- Identify and escalate investment guideline coding issues.
- Develop expertise in BlackRock's Aladdin platform, trade lifecycle, data environment, and investment products.
- Investigate and troubleshoot potential system or data issues.
- Contribute to efficiency and process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for enhancement.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; a background in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Understanding of financial markets, economic concepts, and investment instruments; industry knowledge is an advantage.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, geographies, and stakeholder groups.
- Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts is beneficial.
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external partners.
- Risk-conscious mindset with sound judgment and escalation awareness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and process innovation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.
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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – 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, we’ve 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 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.
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.
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