Vice President, Product Oversight and Governance - Boston

About this role

About BlackRock

Elevate your career by joining the world's largest asset manager! Thrive in an environment that promotes positive relationships and recognizes outstanding performance! We know you want to feel valued every single day and be recognized for your contribution. At BlackRock, we strive to empower our employees and effectively engage your involvement in our success. With over USD $110 trillion of assets we have an outstanding responsibility: our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

Team Overview

Global Accounting & Product Services (GAAPS)

GAAPS is a global servicing department within Technology and Operations that manages the accounting and operating control environment for BlackRock’s global commingled vehicles and separately managed accounts and provides various other administrative and oversight services to BlackRock’s various product ranges including the BlackRock mutual funds and iShares ETFs. Responsibilities include:

• Oversight of internal and outsourced accounting, administration, custody, financial reporting, and transfer agency functions.

• Board governance and reporting.

• Product lifecycle management and business strategy enablement.

• Technical accounting and regulatory reporting guidance.

• Portfolio trade compliance monitoring and adherence to product and regulatory guidelines and policies.

Americas (AMRS) Product Governance and Reporting (PGR)

AMRS PGR is a unit within GAAPS. The team is organized regionally to support the unique jurisdictional requirements and partners for our various fund ranges. AMRS PGR manages the fund level “structural” needs of the various fund ranges, including support to BlackRock business groups and the Board of Directors/Trustees that oversee them.

Members of the AMRS PGR team are responsible for overseeing the funds’ overall control environment and manage numerous business affairs in support of our funds. These individuals will connect across GAAPS and Business Operations to manage product and regulatory changes within our fund ranges. AMRS PGR works closely with several other internal teams to deliver quality and value to our shareholders including but not limited to teams responsible for accounting oversight, financial reporting, product development, pricing, tax, legal and compliance.

Role Responsibility: AMRS PGR Vice President

• This specific role is within the Product Implementation team of PGR. The Product Implementation team has primary responsibilities centered around advisory support, strategy and execution of the firms commercial agenda, including fund lifecycle and event management (e.g, launches, liquidations, mergers, vendor transitions, etc). Product scope includes all AMRS ranges for iShares ETFs, Open-End Mutual Funds, Money Market Funds, 529 plans and Digital Assets

• Engage with tax, product, and portfolio management teams to determine fund structures, distribution practices and operational models.

• Contribute towards and prepare presentations to BlackRock governance bodies (e.g. fund boards) and committees.

• Participate in the investigation of operating events coordinating with cross functional colleagues.

• Review and challenge policies and procedures to help evolve the operating model to best practice.

• Assess the operating model for risk and efficiency, with a focus on automation and technology.

• Build good relationships with business areas within BlackRock, effectively engage and lead fund launches and product change.

• Oversight of outsourced functions including fund auditors, review performance of the service providers, and evaluate control environments.

Experience

• 6-10 years 1940 Act investment management industry experience with fund structures such as open-end mutual funds and exchange traded funds.

• Experience in ETF operations and/or ETF Fund Accounting a plus

• Understanding of US GAAP and SEC regulatory reporting requirements.

• Fund / product lifecycle event management such as launches, liquidations, mergers, and other restructuring events.

• Familiarity with RIC tax and fund distribution requirements.

• Diverse range of fund expense structures (unitary and pass thru) and methods for waivers, caps, allocation, and application of break points.

• External service provider oversight.

Project Management for regulatory and business change

• Accountability and ownership of key functions and special projects.

• Vendor management experience.

• Good understanding of the fund valuation and associated transaction lifecycle and key control frameworks.

• Solid prioritization skills and ability to handle competing priorities.

• Proven track record in implementing change management.

• Develop practical and pragmatic solutions through a ‘hands on’ approach.

• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities with all levels, including portfolio managers, fund directors, external auditors, senior management, and vendors.

• Initiative, drive, and enthusiasm.

• Excellent attention to detail and passion for performance.

For Boston, MA Only the salary range for this position is USD$127,500.00 - USD$184,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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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