Compliance Associate - Australia

About this role

BlackRock is a leader in investment management, risk management and advisory services for institutional and retail clients worldwide.  As at March 31, 2026, BlackRock’s AUM was US$13.9 trillion. BlackRock helps clients meet their goals and overcome challenges with a range of products that include separate accounts, mutual funds, iShares® (exchange-traded funds), and other pooled investment vehicles. BlackRock also offers risk management, advisory and enterprise investment system services to a broad base of institutional investors through BlackRock Solutions®.  For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.blackrock.com

Role Description:

The Australasian Compliance function is responsible for ensuring that Australian and New Zealand based BlackRock entities fulfill their local regulatory obligations and that BlackRock compliance policies and procedures are applied in relation to them.

In Australia this includes monitoring compliance with local regulated entities’ Australian Financial Services Licenses (AFSLs), and with local regulatory obligations.

Australasian Compliance is also responsible for a range of compliance activities comprising; Regulatory Engagement & Development, Enterprise Compliance (including Monitoring & Surveillance, development of Policies and Procedures), Employee Compliance, Investment Advisory Compliance, and Marketing & Distribution.

Responsibilities:

Initial responsibilities will be primarily focused on:

Fulfilling recurring compliance obligations, including for example:

• reviewing marketing materials;

• providing compliance input in relation to client due diligence requests and requests for proposals;

• completion of periodic attestations;

• preparing governance papers; including in relation to the BlackRock Australia Compliance Committee and Risk & Controls Committee, as well as the Compliance papers for the BlackRock Australia Board;

• liaising with External Auditors to facilitate the audit of the BlackRock Australia Compliance Plans;

• coordinating and participating in the annual assurance process in relation to the BlackRock Australia Compliance Plans;

• assisting with regulatory filings; and

• assisting monitoring regulatory reforms and developments in Australia and NZ where relevant to BlackRock entities.

• Providing advice in relation to the operation of local regulation and BlackRock policies and procedures; for example, in relation to Marketing & Distribution, Conflicted Remuneration, Fund Disclosure, and Design & Distribution Obligations.

• Supporting the Australasian Compliance team and key business stakeholders in fulfilling ad hoc projects.

• Working with senior members of the Compliance Team to fulfill strategic initiatives.

Qualifications / Experience Required:

• At least 3-5 years of regulatory compliance experience, ideally in investment management.

• Basic understanding of the Australian regulatory environment insofar as it applies to investment management, and in particular registered managed investment schemes.  New Zealand regulatory understanding is not required but would be beneficial.

• Basic understanding of investment products (preferably both ETFs and unlisted managed funds).

• Self-motivated individual, with a commitment to excellence.

• Acute attention to detail and highly organized.

• A self-starter who enjoys working as part of a team.

• Ability to collaborate and operate across the broader business.

• A keen interest in further developing a career and expertise in Compliance.

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.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

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.

To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

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.