About this role
Investment Oversight Group
The EMEA Investment Oversight Group is regionally responsible for oversight, challenge and supervision on behalf of regional boards’ investment products, new propositions, ongoing product and portfolio management oversight, sustainability, liquidity and performance assessment. We ensure alignment with BlackRock’s client fiduciary principles and regulatory expectations through ongoing effective oversight meeting with our policies and procedures.
Investment Oversight – Performance, Vice President - Dublin
The successful candidate will join our Dublin team to lead the execution and continued enhancement of our fund performance analysis, remediation management, reporting and general fund oversight, championing our delivery of value to our clients. Requiring an excellent standard of implementation and efficiency, the role will drive analysis, insightful management information, good governance and continuous improvement. Technical automation, design capabilities and implementation experience in a similar role (for example use of Python, Power BI, R, Matlab, and AI agents) is expected.
The position will also contribute to and develop processes and policies more broadly within Investment Oversight including investment policy implementation, truth-in-label, liquidity and fund sustainability characteristics, also as components in value assessment.
The Vice President will liaise closely with BlackRock’s Portfolio Managers, Strategists, Risk group, Legal & Compliance group and other stakeholders.
Core Responsibilities
- Operating Investment Oversight processes for fund Performance and Fees
- Regularly preparing and presenting reviews to management, the boards and/or committees; coordinating with stakeholders in the identification and successful, timely remediation of escalated matters.
- Participating in day-to-day oversight, assisting the business in translating the highest fiduciary standards into their daily work, in line with applicable regulation and guidance.
- Generating, maintaining and reviewing investment strategy guideline and performance assessment information across the range of funds to which they assigned, applying those guidelines to their oversight and governance
- Participate in the Product Development Lifecycle from initial concept through to launch and ongoing oversight of fund performance and pricing
- Sourcing, validating and analysis of performance data, preparation of presentations and performance reporting for BlackRock governance bodies
- Continually developing knowledge of asset management regulatory frameworks, in particular with respect to Performance and Price & Value including, understand their application and impact on fund ranges under the team’s oversight
Experience
Our ideal candidate will
- Possess over 7 years' experience within an investment/fund manager or leading professional service firm including governance, oversight or regulatory leadership experience
- Have expertise in EU/UK funds supervisory regimes as well as practical experience translating and implementing requirements into internal framework and policies.
- Be knowledgeable across a broad variety of investment strategies within a mutual fund format (including active and passive, alternatives, LDI and pensions), instruments, utilisation of derivatives, leverage, hedging and pricing
- Have demonstrable interest in current markets, fund value concepts and regulatory themes application and able to articulate them to a high standard of insight and understanding
- Exhibit strong execution, project, partnership and relationship management skills including prioritisation and time management skills; ability to manage multiple requirements and deliver effective outcomes efficiently.
- Have proven ability to engage successfully with stakeholders at all levels of the business in a fiduciary governance context
- Be a highly-motivated self-starter, demonstrating sound judgment, strong team ethic, combined with high energy, enthusiasm and resilience.
- Possess relevant qualifications and experience include those related to risk, investment performance and attribution, investment compliance or financial markets, supported by a practical experience
- Have excellent communication and reporting capabilities – ability to clearly articulate at all levels, including portfolio managers, fund directors, external auditors, senior management and experienced in presenting to boards and regulators
- Possess high competency and productivity in applications such as MS Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, Smartsheet, Python scripting in order to automate and develop robust processes for the acquisition, processing and QA of large data sets.
- Be fluent in professional English language, other European languages an advantage.
The salary range for Ireland is 105000 - 157500 EUR
Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.
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 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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
Skills Required
- Over 7 years of experience within an investment or fund manager, or leading professional services firm
- Governance, oversight, or regulatory leadership experience
- Expertise in EU and UK funds supervisory regimes
- Practical experience translating regulatory requirements into internal frameworks and policies
- Knowledge of active and passive funds, alternatives, LDI, pensions, derivatives, leverage, hedging, and pricing
- Relevant qualifications and practical experience in risk, investment performance and attribution, investment compliance, or financial markets
- Strong execution, project, partnership, relationship management, prioritization, and time management skills
- Experience engaging stakeholders across business levels in a fiduciary governance context
- Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills, including presenting to boards, regulators, senior management, portfolio managers, and auditors
- High competency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Smartsheet, and Python scripting for data processing, QA, and automation
- Fluency in professional English
- Fluency in other European languages
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA/FSA options and telemedicine. Mental-health resources such as counseling/EAP, wellness incentives, and Calm access are also featured.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include savings plans, employer-supported contributions described as competitive in summaries, and financial education resources. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also noted in certain locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is gender-neutral with up to 16 weeks for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for non-primary caregivers. Additional supports include adoption assistance, fertility benefits in some locations, childcare/elder-care resources, and nursing-mother programs.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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