Associate, Us & Apac Governance Strategy

R232044

Description

About this role

The successful candidate will join the EII Global Sustainable Strategy & Governance Team, supporting the US & APAC Governance Lead to evolve and strengthen EII’s sustainable governance framework as the Sustainable industry and regulatory landscape rapidly evolves. The candidate will help drive the completion of critical projects focused on improving EII’s sustainable indexing processes and controls as well as meeting all relevant regulatory and disclosure obligations and external commitments, to ensure we continue to deliver the best outcomes for our clients, strengthen our commercial position, and manage potential regulatory and reputational risks.

Development Value

This role will provide an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and intellectually curious associate to be part of a dynamic team in a fast-growing segment within the asset management industry. This important role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to be involved in shaping our sustainable strategy and partner closely with many different teams across the EII and BlackRock organization (e.g., regional EII Sustainable Product Strategy teams, Innovation, Research, Marketing, Index Provider Strategy, Legal & Compliance, Public Policy, etc.). You will be an integral part of the team, working on special projects, presentations and communications, industry research and more.

Key Responsibilities

• External Messaging & Reporting: Help to drive and coordinate responses to sustainable enquiries and consultations from various stakeholders and industry players (e.g., regulators, policymakers, clients, and press). Contribute to sustainable thought leadership, regulatory reporting and disclosures, and other external messaging (e.g., TCFD report)
• Governance, Process & Controls: Partner across the EII organization to proactively identify and implement opportunities to improve EII’s sustainable processes and procedures, including across areas such as product development, index monitoring, and data strategy
• Collaborate closely with members of the EII Global Sustainable Strategy & Governance Team, including the EMEA Governance and Global Business Strategy functions, as well as teams across EII and BlackRock to ensure consistency in approach, tight coordination and leveraging of best practices
• Strategy: Support team in developing and driving regulatory response and advocacy strategy and approach
• Research: Conduct independent research to stay abreast of developments to the regulatory and policy landscape and market practices that will impact sustainable investing
• Project Management: Help drive projects from start to finish by assisting in the organization and management of project plans and teams, including (i) setting and managing meetings to track milestones and deliverables, (ii) collaborating with project team members and external partners to think critically about opportunities and risks, and (iii) developing the final deliverable (oftentimes a PPT presentation)
• Communicate complex/technical information in a meaningful way, including by helping to build briefings for EII senior management and other relevant stakeholders on the risks, opportunities, and implications of pending legislation on sustainable indexing as well as updates on ongoing implementation efforts and initiatives

Preferred Skills/Competencies

• A flair for creativity and problem solving, a keen eye for detail, and an ability to pick up & digest new information quickly
• Organizational skills with an ability to balance multiple and conflicting priorities and significant concurrent tasks to meet tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to steer complex, interdepartmental projects in a professional, deadline-driven fashion and the ability to partner at all levels across the firm
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with an aptitude for research and the ability to convey complex concepts simply and clearly
• Demonstrable interest in sustainable investing and/or other sustainability-link initiatives
• High-energy, positive “can-do” attitude, and an ability to work as a team player, accept substantial individual responsibility, and proactively create value for the team

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to analyze large quantities of complex information and data
• Legal, compliance, or public policy
• 2-3 years of experience driving strategy or in project management in a complex and dynamic environment
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to convey key messages / strong writing skills
• Finance or asset management
• Experience in the following industries and areas:
• Proven track record of problem-solving and organization

For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $109,250 - $130,000. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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 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 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 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 and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.