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About this role

About BlackRock:

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being and the firm has a long history of investing in and serving investors in China. BlackRock aspires to become the leading global asset management firm operating in China and is committed to contributing to the long-term development of the local asset management industry.

Role Description :

This role is accountable for NAV oversight, establishing accounting policy, coordinating financial reporting, providing vendor oversight, and leading product operational infrastructure for BlackRock's QDLP funds domiciled in China.

We are looking for an experienced professional to join the growing China onshore team to further support the business expansion and footprints in the asset management industry.

Responsibilities

• Show excellent attention to detail and be risk adverse with critical thinking skills.

• Demonstrate partnership skills within BlackRock to actively engage and lead fund product changes, focusing on maintaining a good working relationship with offshore Operations, Product, and Investment teams.

• Supervise outsourced functions, including performance of the service provider, due diligence visits, leading all aspects of risk and control environments, and investigating NAV related queries.

• Support the full trade lifecycle from account set up, funding, settlement, margin, collateral and reconciliation; collaborate closely with counterparties and custodians to facilitate timely trade settlement and minimize potential fails.

• Handle cash and trade workflow error resolution including funding shortages or failed trades across products (FX, equities, bonds, derivatives, etc)

• Ensure all corporate actions, including income events, are captured, validated, elected and processed timely across entitled funds.

• Support sales team to perform onshore client servicing, including roadshows and ongoing product/regulatory materials.

• Responsible for transfer agency and related operating matters, ensuring adequate resources and regularly reporting progress to management/key partners.

• Work with the Financial Statement team in leading local audits and review of financial statements.

• Ensure team approach is consistent with global practice for controls, oversight and management of vendors and production of fund valuations.

• Relevant recognized qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA, CFA)

• Experience with QDLP would be an advantage.

• Expertise in fund valuation as well as associated reporting and requirements

• Illustrated strong ability and track record in resolving and implementing change to processes and products.

• Proven track record to develop practical and pragmatic solutions through a ‘hands on’ approach

• Benefit from working with a broad range of functions within and outside of the business to deliver key initiatives

• Can work within a small team and across several larger teams and be a strong communicator - ability to work well with all levels, including directors, industry groups, business heads and the firm’s senior management.

Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years proven experience within the asset management industry in fund operations.

• Prepared to take the initiative, understanding that a highly organized team can drive better performance, and can take the lead in managing operational improvements and change.

• High level of attention to detail and ability to resolve conflicting priorities;

• Demonstrates a proactive and risk-focused approach to work, understanding the importance of identifying and raising issues appropriately;

• Ability to work with custodians, brokers, local depository and other counterparties in the registration, local market documentation and account opening process.

• Ability to work in a multifaceted, fast-paced environment with high self-assurance, energy and drive;

• A proven ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships with key partners;

• Possess strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal;

• Ability to think strategically and consider implications of actions from all angles.

• Knowledge of anti-money laundering policies and requirements.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and prior hands on experience with automation tools (e.g. VBA, RPA, Python, etc.) would be an advantage.

• AMAC Fund Practitioner Qualification strongly preferred.

• Experience with financial technology platform would be valuable.

• Proficient in Mandarin and English.

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.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock (http://careers.blackrock.com/) | Twitter: @blackrock (https://twitter.com/blackrock) | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

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.