Analyst/Associate, Internal Auditor

About this role

About BlackRock CCB Wealth Management Limited:

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being and the firm has a long history of investing in and serving investors in China. BlackRock aspires to become the leading global asset management firm operating in China and is committed to contributing to the long-term development of the local asset management industry. BlackRock CCB Wealth Management Limited - a Shanghai-based joint venture between BlackRock, China Construction Bank and Temasek - aims to deliver investment excellence by offering customer-centric, diversified and innovative wealth management products and solutions to help Chinese investors secure a better financial future and retire with dignity.

About this role:

Internal Audit’s primary mission is to provide assurance to the Board of Directors and Executive Management that China WMC’s business is well managed and meeting strategic, operational and risk management objectives. Internal Audit engages with senior leaders and individual business units to understand and advise on the risks in their business, evaluate the effectiveness of key processes and assist in the design of best practices that can improve their results. Internal Audit’s work builds confidence that China WMC will meet its obligations to clients, shareholders, employees and other stakeholders.

We are looking for an experienced internal audit professional to join the growing China onshore team to further support the business expansion and footprint in the wealth and asset management industry. The individual will report to Head of Internal Audit, China WMC.

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Performing China WMC audit reviews 

• Engaging with stakeholders to understand and document key processes and risks within a specific business unit 

• Preparing process narratives and briefing memos 

• Evaluating process design and operations to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of these processes 

• Investigating and escalating issues identified during testing 

• Validating the remediation of issues 

• Identifying emerging company-wise and business risks and understanding key changes in strategies and operating mode through ongoing engagements with business management 

• Supporting annual risk assessments of business areas 

Skills & Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree 

• Experience in financial services and/or internal audit, understanding of financial instruments and asset management processes and risks 

• Interest in broad exposure to investment management, sales, trading, operations, risk management, finance, and compliance activities in the asset management industry 

• Proficient understanding of current regulatory and industry events 

• Relevant professional certifications are a plus (ACCA, CA, CIA, IMC); Candidates not currently certified will be expected to obtain relevant credentials as part of their development. 

• Excellent communication (verbal, written , listening) and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers and business partners. 

• Intellectual curiosity and healthy skepticism 

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities；ability to articulate complex subject matters succinctly. 

• Strong project management and organizational skills 

• Data analysis capability

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.