Emea Advisory

Description About this role The growing and increasingly complex regulatory requirements that BlackRock must meet necessitate strong focus on the implementation of both significant new regulations and amendments to existing regulations that have a material impact on the firm’s regulatory obligations. This role is within the Performance team, within the Line of Business (LOB) Compliance Department, forming part of Legal & Compliance (L&C) function across EMEA. Key Responsibilities: - Supporting the embedment of a strategic regulatory change framework for improved delivery and oversight of regulatory obligations across L&C; - In partnership with Business partners and L&C colleagues, identifying the scope and impact of regulatory changes on Business processes; - Advising Business partners on the design and embedment of required control frameworks to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance; - In partnership with L&C colleagues, support the generation and maintenance of documented interpretive guidance and Compliance policies; - Working with L&C colleagues in designing and executing risk-based post implementation verification tests of the outputs from Business processes, to ensure consistency with regulatory requirements and expectations. This may include: - Post review of procedures adopted by business areas - Data driven testing / surveillance of compliance with the relevant regulation - Risk-based sample testing of outputs; - The ongoing identification/implementation of opportunities for process improvements and process efficiencies across EMEA Compliance, whilst leveraging technology aligned to the strategic technology roadmap of the firm; - Assist the Head of EMEA Compliance with the delivery their oversight obligations and broader EMEA strategy; - Execution of deliverables in support of the wider global Compliance strategy. Knowledge/Experience: - At least 5 years direct relevant experience in Compliance, Legal, Audit, Change Management and/or Technology disciplines, preferably obtained within either the asset management or investment banking sectors; - Strong knowledge and understanding of the current UK (and preferably EU) regulatory landscape; - Must have a proven track record for the design, management and delivery of strategic, complex regulatory change programmes; - Strong organizational and planning skills, including the identification and management of cross-regulatory programme dependencies; - Must have a strong appreciation of operational risk and control frameworks; - They will be expected to actively participate in both internal and external team discussions and facilitate and steer dialogue with the wider L&C and Business community; Skills/Qualifications: - University degree or professional qualifications in relevant fields such as Compliance, Law, Finance, Accountancy, Programme Management; - Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical, as are a high standard of accuracy and excellent attention to detail; - High degree of people management skills and emotional intelligence; - Ability to work in and enjoy a fast-paced and challenging working environment; - High degree of control focus; - Student of technology that stays abreast of new and emerging tools that have the potential to positively transform Compliance processes; - An outperformer who strives to achieve and exceed set targets and objectives. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; 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 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week; some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. Beginning in September, all employees will shift to at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. 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 busi