Business/Project Manager, Business and Risk Management, Associate

About this role

The APAC COO team is dedicated to ensuring that both regional and country platforms operate commercially, smoothly, and efficiently. As partners with the Head of Asia Pacific and senior business leaders, we unlock opportunities to accelerate growth, drive innovation, and lead change. The team conducts detailed resourcing and financial analysis. We translate findings into actionable insights and proactively mitigate risks. We maintain a strong operational focus and advance our talent and culture agenda.

We are growing our presence in India to strengthen partnerships with regional partners, coordinate programs, ensure compliance with local and regional regulations, and deliver technology-enabled optimization. The Business & Risk Management Associate will support core business management functions and monitor risk. They will also coordinate governance activities across the APAC region as well as the APAC client business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee business management activities for the APAC Client Business, including headcount and expense management, onboarding, and new hire training.

• Coordinate regional risk oversight and governance, such as the Country Control Framework.

• Lead self-audit processes and ongoing monitoring activities.

• Conduct due diligence on operating events and support resolution.

• Facilitate legal and regulatory review processes.

• Identify and implement opportunities for operational efficiency, centralization, and automation.

Knowledge / Skills

• 3-5 years’ experience in business management, COO, or related roles within financial services.

• Commercial outlook with structured problem-solving ability and a proactive, self-starter approach.

• Strong interpersonal and project management skills, with high attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills; ability to collaborate with key partners to identify and raise risk appropriately.

• Proficiency in MS Office suite; familiarity with automation tools is a plus.

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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