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About BlackRock

Elevate your career by joining the world's largest asset manager! Thrive in an environment that fosters positive relationships and recognises outstanding performance! We know you want to feel valued every single day and be recognised for your contribution. At BlackRock, we strive to empower our employees and effectively engage your involvement in our success. With over USD $11 trillion of assets we have an outstanding responsibility: our technology and services empower millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for college, buy a home and improve their financial well-being.

Team Overview

BlackRock is seeking an Vice President to become part of our team in EMEA Board Governance based in Dublin. We recognize that strength comes from diversity, and will accept your rare skills, eagerness, and passion while giving you the capability to grow expertly and as an individual. Want to feel valued every single day, and be recognized, at BlackRock we strive to empower our employees.

As a Corporate Governance Expert, you will work closely with our internal asset management teams and business partners to ensure communications between the Boards, Board Committees and the business operate effectively and to the highest standards. Our team ensure that all applicable governance requirements are met and that standard company secretarial activities are completed in a timely and effective manner. Excellent communication and organisational skills are required as the role requires regular interaction with Board and Committee members and with senior executives within BlackRock.

The successful candidate will interact with a wide range of departments within BlackRock to facilitate board reporting in areas such as investment and risk reporting, compliance and operations. The successful candidate will be expected to attend, manage and participate in Board and Committee meetings.

As a Vice President in the corporate governance team, you will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills as the role requires regular interaction with Board members and with senior executives within BlackRock.

Role Responsibilities

Working as part of a team, to ensure the highest level of corporate governance within all BlackRock companies and Committees.Maintain a high degree of discretion and professionalism.Manage the business of a range of corporate entities/committees through the setting of agendas, review and distribution of Board packs, completion of matters arising and minutes and the monitoring and control of Board delegations policiesBuilding and maintaining excellent relationships with the Chairpersons and Directors of each entity for which you are responsible.Building and maintaining excellent relationships with senior team members including the CEO/COO/CCO/CRO and Designated Persons.Collaborate with Compliance team to compile and submit information and document requests from Central Bank of IrelandEnsure company secretarial matters are properly managed.Management of shareholder meetings where appropriate.Work with BlackRock staff to ensure that submissions are of a high standard and are suitable to lay before the Board and its Committees– proactively ensuring that they address issues of importance to the Boards and CommitteesAssist in monitoring and updating Board and Committee diariesUpdating company records (both internal and Blueprint) and preparing templatesReviewing and drafting documents and proceduresPreparation of minutes and matters arising for the Boards or CommitteesAssist in ensuring that all Board and Committee terms of references are reviewed and updated (if required) on a regular basisAssist in advising on managing, mitigating and monitoring corporate governance risksSupport the strong governance and control framework in place across BlackRock Europe by adherence to the processes and procedures in place to meet all regulatory and statutory obligationsProactively work to develop and enhance Board and Committee processes and controls in response to regulatory and industry changes, and as directed by the Boards and the businessProviding input and advice to the business and directors with regard to Board governance mattersReport to the Boards and Committees on matters such as delegated authorities, board policies and procedures and corporate governance matters generally

Experience

Qualified Company Secretary is preferred but is not a pre-requisiteQualified or near qualified Corporate Governance professionalProfessional with banking experience is preferred but is not a pre-requisteSelf motivated and ability to show initiativeExperience and knowledge of the Irish regulatory environmentExperience and knowledge of Irish Fund Management Companies and the supervisory framework CP86 and the operations of high PRISM rating firmsExperience and knowledge of the role of the Designated Persons.Excellent minute taking abilityWork autonomously on own tasks, whilst working in a team environmentWork under pressure with flexibility to adapt to shifting time expectationsStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly and with excellent personal time managementAttention to detail essential and proofing skillsAbility to draft clear and precise reports for submission to the Boards and Committees.Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business, operations and suppliers at all levels of management up to and including Board of Director levelAbility to make presentations to the boards either in person or by conference phone – speaks clearly and with confidenceFamiliarity and experience with Blueprint SoftwareFamiliarity with Diligent

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.