Investment Advisory Compliance - Sebi Regulations, Vice President Job in Blackrock

Position: Compliance Officer India Investment Advisory Compliance Team

About the Role:

The Compliance Officer will work closely with regional and global compliance counterparts to enhance and ensure a globally consistent Compliance framework for BlackRock s businesses in India. This role primarily supports the Private Markets strategy in India, providing compliance and regulatory coverage to an Indian AIF manager, and maintaining FPI regulations. We are looking for someone with strong regulatory and advisory compliance experience, preferably in asset management, a buy-side financial services firm, or a sell-side banking institution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Oversight: Be the main point of contact for SEBI regulations, particularly FPI and AIF regulations. Previous experience dealing with SEBI is preferred.
• Private Markets Strategy: Support the Private Markets strategy in India, including FPI and AIF-related initiatives.
• Compliance Policy and Procedures: Review and implement compliance policies and procedures.
• Advisory: Provide advice and guidance to business teams on:
  • Compliance with local, regional, and global laws, regulations, best practices, and BlackRock s policies and procedures.
  • BlackRock s fiduciary obligations and its commercial and business objectives.
• Collaboration: Work with Financial Crime, Legal, Risk & Quantitative Analysis, and other corporate functions to provide advice to investment teams.
• Global/Regional Initiatives: Participate in global/regional compliance initiatives to ensure global best practices and consistency.
• Information Barriers and Conflicts of Interest: Assist in maintaining the integrity of BlackRock s information barriers and conflicts of interest policy.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Monitor local and regional regulatory developments and evaluate their impact on the business.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Liaise with regional and global compliance and business colleagues on global initiatives.

Development Value:

This role offers significant importance due to its focus on India and Private Markets Investments. The candidate will gain exposure to global and regional initiatives, acquiring product knowledge and insights into cross-border legal and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge/Experience:

• University degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics (preferred).
• Strong understanding of the financial industry and financial products.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of financial industry regulations.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years relevant working experience in investment or regulatory compliance in asset management, a buy-side financial services firm, or sell-side banking institution.
• Previous experience dealing with SEBI and knowledge of alternative investment regulations in India is preferred.
• Understanding of private market asset management compliance programs (e.g., controls around Insider Trading regulations and managing Conflicts of Interests).
• Knowledge of financial crimes such as AML and Anti-Bribery and Corruption in India.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interact and negotiate with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Competencies:

• Ability to work with teams across different levels and geographies in a matrix-driven organization.

Our Benefits:

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) to ensure you stay energized and balanced in life.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

BlackRock s hybrid work model encourages collaboration and flexibility, ensuring our employees' growth while maintaining a culture of performance and innovation. Employees work at least 4 days in the office, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week.

About BlackRock:

At BlackRock, our mission is to help people experience financial well-being. We strive to support businesses, strengthen the global economy, and finance projects that power cities and drive innovation. Our employees are key to our success, and we re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where colleagues are supported with networks, benefits, and development opportunities.