Associate, APAC Data Privacy

About this role

BlackRock’s Compliance team partners with business units to develop investment management products and business solutions that meet the complex regulatory requirements governing our global operations. The team is responsible for overseeing regulatory matters, advising on new and existing products, strategies, and investments, establishing compliance policies and programs, and delivering training and guidance across the firm.

We are seeking a highly motivated compliance professional to join our APAC Compliance team, supporting the Offshore Product Advisory, Sustainability, and Marketing Compliance functions. This cross-functional role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic business and compliance initiatives across Hong Kong and other APAC markets, with a particular focus on UCITS products, ESG regulations, and marketing and selling practices. The successful candidate will serve as a key regulatory contact for UCITS-related matters, provide expert guidance on cross-border product initiatives, and play a pivotal role in advancing sustainability and transition-related compliance efforts. The role also supports APAC-wide marketing compliance initiatives and governance of digital and social media platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide compliance advisory support for UCITS products, including fund launches, repositioning, terminations, and ongoing maintenance across Hong Kong and APAC.
• Act as the primary liaison between APAC and EMEA Legal & Compliance teams on UCITS-related matters.
• Manage Hong Kong regulatory inquiries, filings, and surveys; partner with business teams to ensure product governance, including client onboarding, due diligence questionnaires, RFPs, and holdings disclosure compliance.
• Monitor and assess new regulatory developments; evaluate their impact on business activities and support implementation of regulatory change initiatives.
• Develop and deliver training materials and compliance guidance tailored to internal stakeholders.
• Review marketing materials to ensure alignment with internal standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Provide compliance advisory support for APAC digital and social media marketing initiatives.
• Monitor and assess ESG and AI-related regulatory developments across APAC.
• Review sustainability and transition-related content, including voting policies, stewardship reports, and ESG product disclosures.
• Support implementation of global ESG frameworks and provide compliance advisory support for technology initiatives.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of compliance experience within the financial services sector, preferably in asset management, regulatory bodies, law firms, or audit practices.
• Familiarity with UCITS regulations and cross-border fund distribution frameworks is preferred.
• Solid understanding of the regulatory landscape in Hong Kong and/or other key APAC markets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrates adaptability and a proactive mindset, with a commitment to continuous learning in response to evolving business and regulatory environments.
• Exposure to ESG regulations, AI developments, and digital asset compliance is a plus.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English and Chinese is required.

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.