Analyst - Global Electronic Communications Surveillance

About this role

Job Purpose/Background:

The Global Electronic Communications Surveillance (“GECS”) program includes the review of electronic communications that are identified via BlackRock’s electronic communications surveillance platform for further review based on firm-established flagging rules, as well as routine sampling. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an Analyst in our Mumbai, India office. This position will partner with other internal departments such as Legal and Compliance, Human Resources, and Information Security and will interact with the various business groups of the individuals whose communications are subject to review. 

The successful candidate will assist with managing the day-to-day surveillance process, including maintaining policies and procedures, and interacting with our third-party service provider for our surveillance software.

The successful candidate will be very detail oriented and inquisitive, have strong analytical & critical thinking skills and have the ability to bring issues to resolution.

Business Unit Overview:

Blackrock’s Compliance Department protects Blackrock’s reputation and provides client focused advice.  It understands challenges and advises on the impact of regulation in our business, with the objective of:

• Actively participating in business decisions to champion our clients’ interests and assist the business to translate Compliance into their daily work

• Have client interests at the center of everything we do

• Cultivate and enhance the compliance culture within BlackRock

• Provide thought leadership on the impact and implementation of regulation

• Developing and fostering excellence within the Compliance team

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility is to review electronic communications channels, including email, Teams, and Bloomberg chat to identify any market manipulative/conduct related behavior

• Investigating and reviewing daily alerts thoroughly in a timely manner and ensure significant issues are promptly escalated and tracked till closure

• Review electronic communications, ensuring compliance with all internal policies and procedures and applicable industry regulations

• Timely updates of procedure documents, trackers, and various process related documents

• Participate in projects aimed at refining and enhancing the electronic communications surveillance program

• Good communication skills to interact effectively with the global compliance team

• Identify and implement process improvements within existing procedures

• Work on related projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's /master’s degree in a related field with 2-4 Years of Financial Services industry experience

• Previous experience in compliance, with a focus on electronic communications surveillance strongly preferred

• Good knowledge of capital market is a plus

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while paying attention to detail

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.