Enterprise Technology Risk & Controls, Associate

About this role

Business Overview:

At BlackRock, the Enterprise Technology Risk & Controls (‘ETRC’) team stands as a crucial component within the first line of defence, embodying a proactive and collaborative spirit. This dynamic team works in close partnership with firm wide senior management, engineering teams, Information Security, Risk & Quantitative Analysis (‘RQA’) & Internal Audit, ensuring a unified and comprehensive approach to risk management and control.

The team’s mission is realised through four distinct yet interconnected operating pillars:

1. Assessment & Reporting

2. Risk Advisory

3. Risk Governance

4. Technology Control Standards.

Through these pillars, the ETRC team not only safeguards BlackRock’s technological landscape but also drives continuous improvement and resilience across the organisation.

Role Description:

In this role, you will be a key member of the first line of defence ETRC Assessment & Reporting team, where you will be responsible for supporting internal risk identification programs akin to the RCSA supported by automated metrics, dashboards & reporting. The role will also assist in embedding a culture of risk identification and leveraging data and metrics to identify current and emerging risk themes across BLK.  

ETRC Assessment & Reporting function team works closely with firm wide BlackRock senior management, engineers, subject matter experts and risk stakeholders (Functional Technology Risk Leads, Risk Delegates, etc.) to create risk exposure transparency and define and prioritise risk mitigating solutions. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Identification & Risk & Control Self-Assessment (‘RCSA’) Program:

  • Support and identify enhancements for firm wide Risk Identification programs centred on the annual RCSA program.

  • Support the BLK annual RCSA process across multiple first line technology entities & teams, collaborating with first line Risk Delegates & Functional Tech Risk & Control Leads to identify, assess, and mitigate risks.

  • Collaborating with the other 3 ETRC pillars and other risk partners to identify emerging risks.

• PowerBI Reporting: Support the development, maintenance & enhancement of executive-level and operational business reports using Power BI, leveraging technology risk and control data.

• Analysis & Reporting:

  • Design, develop, and implement reporting solutions including automation to meet management and regulatory reporting requirements.

  • Execute deliverables to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service for scheduled reporting production processes.

  • Prepare, deliver & enhance comprehensive PowerPoint presentations for business leads, including reports on BlackRock Technology Risk Indicators known as Enterprise Risk Indicators (‘ERIs’), Aladdin Client Technology Risk Indicators, Tech Debt & and various other technology risk focussed dashboards.

  • Continuously enhance reporting processes and tools to improve efficiency, productivity and effectiveness.

  • Support the production of existing Aladdin Platform Engineering & Aladdin Product Engineering and firmwide BLK expansion of Risk Estate reports.

• Metrics: Ensure accurate and timely reporting of technology risk and control metrics by working closely with various stakeholders.

• Productivity: Identify and implement process improvements (including Artificial Intelligence – AI options) to enhance team performance, including the adoption of key technologies to automate & improve processes and stakeholder experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Analytics & Reporting: Skilled in identifying trends, measuring control effectiveness, and presenting actionable insights.

• Collaboration & Relationship-Building: Proven ability to partner with diverse teams (technical and non-technical), cultivating a culture of shared accountability for risk management.

• Problem Solving: Structured critical thinker with superior problem-solving abilities who can organise people under pressure and pull in key decision-makers to prioritise issues.

• Intellectual Curiosity:  Strong grasp of content, business models, interest in technology, markets, and geopolitical trends.

• Diversity & Inclusion: Demonstrates integrity and the highest standards, with a commitment to inclusion and diversity

• Industry Exposure: 3+ years of experience in asset management, financial services or technology in a technology operational risk-related role.

• Markets, Asset Class / Products: Working knowledge of financial markets, asset classes (Alts / Private Markets, Commodities, Equities, Fixed Income, FX, etc.) & products (ETFs, Whole Portfolio, etc.).

• Qualifications: CISA or CRISC certification 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.

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.