APAC Investments Advisory Compliance - Public Markets, Vice President

About this role

As a member of the APAC Investments Advisory Compliance Team - this individual will work closely with their regional and global compliance counterparts to enhance and ensure a globally consistent Investment Compliance framework for BlackRock’s global strategy. Providing compliance and regulatory advice and guidance to a variety of investment teams, particularly in relation to public markets, across the APAC 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. Experience in advising on rules and regulations surrounding public market products, such as Equities, Fixed Income or Exchange Traded Funds will be looked upon favorably.

Candidates should be able to work effectively 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 with respect to:

  • compliance with local, regional and global laws, regulations, best practices and BlackRock’s policies and procedures; and

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

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

• Participate in the launch of new product and business initiatives. You will collaborate closely with regional Compliance teams and regulators to assist the business with policies and procedures.

• 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 guidance 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

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 6-10 years relevant working experience in investment advisory compliance in asset management, a buy-side global financial services firm or sell-side banking institution.  Experience in public market products, such as Equities, Fixed Income or Exchange Traded Funds will be looked upon favorably.

• An understanding of the regulatory environment for investments across APAC is advantageous.

• An understanding of asset management compliance programs including monitoring and surveillance is ideal

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese due to interaction with the Chinese Market. Cantonese language skills advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Strong ability to interact and negotiate with key internal and external business stakeholders.

• Strong written/oral 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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

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.