Institutional Clients & Client Solutions Compliance

Job Description

Description About this role BlackRock is one of the worlds preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors aroundthe world. BlackRock offers a range of solutions - from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the worlds capital markets.Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares ETFs. Business Unit Overview:BlackRocks Compliance Department protects BlackRocks reputation and provides client focussed advice. It understands challenges and advises on the impact of regulation in our business, with the objective of: Actively participating in business decisions inorder to champion our clients interests Collaborating with the business to position Compliance centrally into their daily work; Ensuring that client interests are at the centre of everything we do; Cultivating and enhancing the compliance culture within BlackRock;Providing thought leadership, analysis and advice on the impact of the regulatory framework on the business and its clients; Developing and fostering excellence within the Compliance team; Role Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Vice-Presidentto join our Institutional Clients & Client Solutions team within the Compliance Line of Business team. This position will complement an existing team of expert compliance professionals based in London and Dublin and will support the Head of the team. The teamis responsible for the oversight of the regulatory risks, and activities associated with the marketing/distribution and delivery in EMEA of institutional, wealth and Outsource Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) client solutions (products and services) an importantarea of growth for BlackRock, and partnerships, In this role, you will interact with a broad range of stakeholders across the firm and will work very closely with our institutional and wealth client businesses and the Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions (MASS),the investment group at the heart of BlackRocks portfolio construction and asset allocation ecosystem. MASS brings together BlackRocks research, investment experience and technology to meet clients needs for whole portfolio multi-asset approaches. You willalso provide compliance support and oversight for our Financial Markets Advisory (FMA) business, which provides a range of advisory services by leveraging the firms capital markets, data and risk analytics, technology, and financial modeling capabilities,and the BlackRock Solutions (BRS) business (including Aladdin and eFront). Our ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of relevant experience working within a control function, ideally compliance or legal, in the asset management industry. The candidatewill have gained a sound knowledge of UCITS rules, MiFID requirements, FCA rules, conduct of business requirements and requirements around the distribution of services in EMEA as well as providing timely and value-added regulatory advice to business stakeholders.Any experience on operational resilience and corporate finance related compliance matters would be a plus. A demonstrably successful record in collaborating with business stakeholders, legal and other compliance functions would be a distinct advantage. Thesuccessful candidate will exhibit strong partnership, technical regulatory and relationship management skills. The strength of character to offer healthy challenge will be essential, as will be the ability to engage successfully with stakeholders at all levelsof the business. A highly motivated self-starter, the successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, excellent technical and regulatory knowledge, a strong team ethic, combined with high energy, enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity, resilience, tenacity,diplomacy, and relationship management skills. Key Responsibilities: Making a strong contribution to the Compliance Teams provision of qualitative compliance advice, advisory support, and oversight. Oversight of the regulatory risks, and activities associatedwith the marketing/distribution and delivery in EMEA of institutional, wealth and OCIO client solutions (products and services). Further cementing the relationship between the Compliance Team and business stakeholders (e.g. MASS Investment and Business ManagementTeams, institutional and wealth client channels, FMA, BRS Sales & Distribution channels, Legal, Client Contracting, Tech & Ops, etc.) and promote a first-class compliance culture. Participating in client due diligence visits, prospective client sales meetingsand direct conversations with clients where required. Support the launch of new products and solutions for clients e.g. regulatory advice to the business on UCITS/AIFMD, pre- and post-trade monitoring, distribution matters, ESG matters, etc. Advising on, interpretingregulations, and advising on the application of BlackRocks compliance policies in relation to existing and new business initiatives, issue identification and management and breach resolution. Leading Compliance participation in Compliance or business-drivenprojects, including regulatory developments and strategic initiatives, by providing expert and timely value-added advice. Contributing to the creation of management reporting and communication on Compliance matters to senior management, corporate and/or fundboards and BlackRock business stakeholders. Providing advice on the anticipation, impact assessment and response to regulatory developments. Designing and delivering effective regulatory training initiatives to the business. As a senior member of the team,developing less experienced members of the team and supporting colleagues with knowledge sharing and cross-training. Knowledge / Experience: Strong communication skills with an ability to articulate complex regulatory matters and well-developed relationshipmanagement skills Technical ability and mindset to challenge the status-quo and deliver a solutions-driven approach and the judgment to use this in appropriate circumstances. Consistent ability to demonstrate high standards of professional accuracy and excellentattention to detail. Demonstrable ability to influence a highly performing internal client base by delivering timely, credible, accurate and value-added advice. Highly effective written and verbal communications skills. Excellent organizational skills withability to prioritize workloads progress multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines. Ability to collaborate effectively both within the team and across functions and to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Relevant experie