Description
About this role
The Due Diligence Operations team is responsible for processes pertaining to verification of client Anti Money Laundering, Customer Due Diligence and other critical client documentation (FATCA, CRS, Authorised Signatory Lists, etc) as well as the capturing, reviewing and storage of client documents, ensuring its availability to the partners. The team presents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to various key regulatory and operational areas involved in the client onboarding process at BlackRock. The team forms a critical control function within the Client Experience Function.
Role Responsibility
Ensuring clients meet applicable AML/KYC requirements and that the appropriate AML/KYC process is followed for all new client mandates or client file refreshes to mitigate risk to BlackRock.Reviewing, analyzing, and validating client tax forms for FATCA and CRS regulations.Ensuring that all completed AML/KYC, tax, contractual and other documentation is accurately filed, stored and retrievable and supporting the ongoing client and firm requirements.Accurately capturing and reviewing contractual data and documentation for new and exiting clients, ensuring its accessibility to the wider business. Answering queries from the business on the data here therein.Partnering with Legal & Compliance and other internal partners to deal with exceptions and ensure our policies are appropriately followed.Participation in the development and implementation of continuous improvement of the control environment, policies and procedures. Looking for ways to innovate and drive the business forward, delivering an outstanding client experience.Contribution to projects representing the client and the team, ensuring that change implications are understood and that the client experience is assured.Demonstrate a good understanding of the financial markets and regulatory changes, and consider how this may impact our processes and client arrangements.Produce daily/monthly statistics for the team, prepare policies, procedures and presentations as required.
Experience required
3+ years of experience with handling client documentation, preferably with either AML/KYC laws and regulations, FATCA/CRS validation or broader documentation and data management. Any of these within the asset management industry would be beneficial.Strong interpersonal skills, confident, friendly and respectful individual with excellent communication skills, comfortable collaborating closely with clients and colleagues at all levels.Excellent command (written and verbal) of English.Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills with an aptitude for problem solving and willingness to go above and beyond for clients.Motivated, diligent and results driven personality.Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to balance and control their own priorities to meet deadlines.A good teammate, able to integrate and build rapport quickly, ready to provide and accept feedback.Respect for process governance.Professional qualifications an advantage.Additional language skills an advantage (Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish).Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other IT skills.
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.
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, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.