Vice President, Global Electronic Communications Surveillance

About this role

Job Purpose/Background:

The Global Electronic Communications Surveillance program includes the review of electronic communications that are identified via BlackRock’s electronic communications surveillance platform for further review based on firm-established flagging rules, as well as routine sampling. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Vice President, Global Electronic Communications Surveillance (“GECS”) in our Gurgaon, India office.

The Vice President will play a senior role in the GECS Team, assisting with the overall management of the function. They will also be responsible for reviewing the electronic correspondence flagged by the firm’s surveillance software, escalating potential violations of firm policy or industry rules. This position will partner with other internal departments such as Legal and Compliance, Human Resources, and Information Security and will interact with the various business groups of the individuals whose communications are subject to review. 

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the day-to-day surveillance process, developing policies and procedures, and interacting with our third-party service provider for our surveillance software.

The successful candidate will be very detail oriented and inquisitive, have strong analytical & critical thinking skills and have the ability to bring issues to resolution.

Business Unit Overview:

Blackrock’s Compliance Department protects Blackrock’s reputation and provides client focused advice.  It understands challenges and advises on the impact of regulation in our business, with the objective of:

• Actively participating in business decisions to champion our clients’ interests and assist the business to translate Compliance into their daily work

  
  

• Have client interests at the center of everything we do

  
  

• Cultivate and enhance the compliance culture within BlackRock

  
  

• Provide thought leadership on the impact and implementation of regulation

  
  

• Developing and fostering excellence within the Compliance team

  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Senior member of the GECS Team, assisting in the management of the day-to-day surveillance process for electronic communications, including email, Teams, and Bloomberg chat.

  
  

• Review electronic communications, ensuring compliance with all internal procedures and applicable industry regulations.

  
  

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to the use and surveillance of electronic communications.

  
  

• Support the relationship management of our third-party service provider for our surveillance software to ensure optimal performance.

  
  

• Identify and implement process improvements within existing procedures

  
  

• Measure, track, analyze, and report statistical data

  
  

• Demonstrate sound judgment while resolving issues

  
  

• Maximize existing reporting resources and develop additional resources, as regulatory and business needs require

  
  

• Work on related projects as needed.

  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in a related field.

  
  

• An overall of 9+ years of experience and minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance, with a focus on electronic communications surveillance.

  
  

• Strong leadership and management skills.

  
  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  
  

• Strong communication skills

  
  

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.