Associate – Tech Project Management | Enterprise Risk Management Team

About this role

Business Overview

The Risk & Quantitative Analysis (RQA) group provides independent oversight of BlackRock’s fiduciary and enterprise risks. RQA’s principal objectives are to advance the firm’s risk management practices and to deliver independent risk expertise and constructive challenge to drive better business and investment outcomes. RQA’s risk managers play a meaningful role in BlackRock’s investment process, using quantitative analysis and a multi-disciplinary skills to tackle real-world problems and provide tangible solutions in the investment management process.

RQA is committed to investing in our people to increase individual enablement and ultimately build a stronger team. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion which encourages collaboration, innovation, diversity and the development our future leaders. We actively engage in discussions on career growth and work with team members to understand how personal passions and strength connect with our purpose.

Enterprise Risk Technology & Tools Team

The Technology & Tools team is a new and growing team within RQA Enterprise Risk (ERM) that designs the technology used by thousands of users across the firm. This team is responsible for partnering with ERM management to construct, implement, and support the tools that ERM leverages to manage risk. The team works closely with the technologists in the Aladdin Product Group, BlackRock Solutions, and Technology and Operations divisions to develop the solutions addressing stakeholder requirements. 

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for candidates with proven project management and business analyst skills to join RQA to solve business problems through automation and technology solutions. Candidates will:

• Develop a strong understanding of the ERM deliverables, workflows, system architecture, and data models to build enhancements and scalable solutions to support the evolving team needs

• Document functional and technical requirements through collaboration with SMEs

• Translate business requirements into project plans with timebound tasks and influence developers across to drive successful delivery that is on time, on scope and on budget

• Work closely with stakeholders to identify barriers, proactively escalate relevant issues to senior management, and act as the primary point of contact for technology partners

• Support and complete various efficiency and capacity-building initiatives, including automation and standardization efforts

• Challenge the status quo to drive operational excellence by constantly evaluate systems, processes, and procedures for inefficiencies, and make recommendations for improvement

• Actively participate in discussions about new technology solutions and industry trends

Qualifications

• A Master's Degree with 3-6 years of project management, or business analyst experience

• Strong project management, organizational, and collaborative skills to develop and implement solutions

• Familiarity and experience participating in the software development lifecycle (SDLC)

• Comfort running multiple concurrent projects with aggressive deadlines that have senior management visibility and managing resources to drive progress on urgent initiatives with evolving requirements

• An ability to explain complex ideas in simple but impactful terms and experience using effective communication, written and verbal, to influence outcomes

• Proactive attitude towards new technology combined with an ability to quickly assess the scale and budget of new projects

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively as part of a global team in a fast-paced environment

• Flexible work schedule and comfort working hours outside local time zones to overlap with global leads in London and New York

A plus, but not required:

• Experience with GRC tools such as Archer

• Experience with project management and tracking tools such as JIRA, Miro, and Aha

• Experience programming in languages such as Python or VBA

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.

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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.