Associate, APAC Investments Advisory Compliance

About this role

Job Summary

As a member of theAPAC Investments Advisory Compliance Team- this individual will work closely with their regional and global compliance counterparts to improve and ensure a globally consistent Investment Compliance framework for BlackRock’s global strategy. Providing compliance and regulatory advice and mentorship to a variety of investment teams, both traditional and private markets, across the region will be core to the role.

Individuals with Investment Advisory Compliance experience in either asset management, a buy-side financial services firm or sell-side banking institution will be ideal. We are open to individuals who may not have the vital experience above but have exposure to control functions in financial institutions or has been in a regulatory role.

Candidates should be able to work optimally with a team environment but also be self-directed and able to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing compliance and regulatory advice to BlackRock’s APAC investment teams.

• Providing advice and mentorship with respect to:

-compliance with local, regional and global laws, regulations, best prac tices and BlackRock’s policies and procedures; and

-based on a strong understanding of BlackRock’s fiduciary obligations and its commercial and business objectives.

• Assisting in maintaining the integrity of BlackRock’s information barriers and conflicts of interest program.

• Collaboration with other control functions in the provision of advice and mentorship to investment teams.

• Participation in global and/or regional compliance initiatives to ensure global best practices and consistency including in the regional coordination of tasks.

• Reviewing marketing and distribution materials in APAC for BlackRock’s investment teams

• Supervising local and regional regulatory developments and evaluating their impact on the business

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-5 years relevant working experience in investment compliance in asset management, a buy-side global financial services firm or sell-side banking institution. Experience to control functions in financial institutions or past regulatory experience is acceptable.

• Familiarity with the regulatory landscape for investments across APAC is helpful.

• An understanding of asset management compliance programs including monitoring and surveillance (e,g. controls around Insider Trading regulations and handling Conflicts of Interests) is ideal

• An understanding of financial crime such as AML and Anti Bribery and Corruption issues in APAC

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English. Chinese and Cantonese language skills helpful.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to interact and negotiate with key inyernal and external business stakeholders.

• Strong written/verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• University degree in Law/Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics preferred.

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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