HR Business Partner, Associate (Fixed Term - Maternity Leave Coverage)

About this role

The BlackRock Human Resources team strives to transform the human resources function in the same way we are redefining access to financial well-being. We are passionate about finding, growing and retaining the best talent to help deliver on the firm’s purpose to help more people build a strong financial future.

Our HR Business Partners live our values, understand how our culture comes to life, and possess a deep knowledge of the business and delivery of all HR services to internal client groups to drive outstanding performance. You will learn the specific business group and HR business and culture inside and out so that you are able to provide HR partnership to the business leaders and the teams you support to enhance their growth and impact.

This role will serve as an HR Business Partner for both Technology and Operations business globally, and for Serbia as a regional coverage. You will be principal support to the T&O HR Business Partners and Serbia leadership team in driving and executing both the business and firm-wide talent agenda. To be successful in this role, you will need to establish relationships across HR and the firm, learn the business, its leaders and organizational structure, and problem tackle across a variety of HR topics. You will work on key initiatives and projects in areas such as organizational design, employee relations, culture, diversity, and leadership development, as well as providing support to drive our annual talent management processes.

HR Business Partner for Technology & Operations (Associate)

We will trust you to:

• Identify and surface trends in qualitative and quantitative data to assist in decision-making, tie analyses back into business priorities and help improve organizational health

• Keep all members of our HRBP team informed of our People Strategy, measure progress frequently and establish routines to help the team run as effectively as possible

• Support the execution of internal organization strategic projects, including project design and scoping, project management, providing updates, and timely project delivery

• Assist with finding opportunities and assess improvements to the employee experience and partner with HRBPs to create and implement innovative and lasting solutions

• Provide advice and guidance on various topics including performance management, leadership development, compensation, succession planning, coaching, and talent reviews

• Work on high-impact engagement activities, with an emphasis on employee experience and DEI-related initiatives

HR Business Partner for Serbia (Associate)

We will trust you to:

• Develop strategic partnership in EMEA region regarding HR strategy and operations in Serbia

• Closely partner with EMEA HR ops and platform teams (contact HR team, benefits ops, TA ops, mobility ops, payroll, reporting etc.)

• Have an oversight of local HR process, making sure local regulations are respected

• Serve as point of contact for local authorities

• Serve as point of escalation – employee matters

• Working with Local leadership team performing Mission for Belgrade office

• Participating in panels organized by local networks addressing different talent and DEI topics

• Serve as point of contact for PRO – managing CWK programme for Belgrade

You would need to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the vision, purpose and strategy of the business

• Establish effective partnership with business leaders to influence talent decisions by providing tailored advice and applying expertise.

• Drive informed decision-making by using data to identify trends; work with business leaders to determine issue root causes and develop effective solutions.

• Partner with HR functional teams such as Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, etc. to complete business priorities and solutions

Previous experience preferred:

• 5+ years of HR business partner or generalist experience, ideally in a high-paced environment

• Demonstrated experience influencing and building strong and trusted relationships and networks

• Demonstrated ability to use HR reporting & analytics in summarizing information, generating insights and tailoring the findings back to different audiences (i.e., HRBPs, client functions) as well as tracking and disseminating key HR data

• Experience with Excel and PowerPoint and be able to synthesize data to tell a story for senior leadership

We’d love to see:

• Demonstrated ability to inspire trust and openness amongst colleagues and clients together with a reputation for high personal integrity

• Expertise building consensus on a cross-functional basis

• A highly motivated, energizing attitude that inspires others to seek higher levels of performance

• Strong analytical and project management skills with a high attention to detail

• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional and discreet manner

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines on various talent initiatives

• Entrepreneurial and creative, able to deliver results from concept to execution

• Highly collaborative and collegial approach to engaging employees at all levels

• Motivation to contribute to an organizational culture built upon trust, integrity, inclusion and respect

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.

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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.