BlackRock Employment – Fund Services Associate

Job Description:

As a Corporate Governance Authority, you will work closely with internal asset management teams and business partners to ensure communications operate effectively and to the highest standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure that submissions are of a high standard and are suitable to provide to the Board and address key items;
• Updating company records (both internal and Blueprint) and preparing templates, as well as reviewing and drafting documents and procedures;
• Management of shareholder m eetings where appropriate;
• Actively work to develop and improve various processes and controls in response to regulatory and industry changes, and as directed by the Boards and the business;
• Ensure the highest level of corporate governance
• Preparation of minutes and matters arising for the Boards or Committees;
• Assist in ensuring that all terms of references are reviewed and updated (if required) on a regular basis and advising on corporate governance risks;
• Support the strong governance and control framework in place across BlackRock Europe by adherence to the processes and procedures to meet all regulatory and statutory obligations;
• Assist in monitoring and updating Board and Committee diaries;
• Balance the business of a range of corporate entities by crafting agendas, preparing and distributing Board packs, completing matters arising and minutes and monitoring Board delegations policies;
• Building and maintaining excellent relationships with the Chairpersons and Directors of each entity for which you are responsible;

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexibility to adapt to shifting time expectations;
• Ability to build positive connections across the business, operations and suppliers at all levels of management up to and including Board of Director level;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (strong minute taking ability required);
• Prior Company Secretary experience is required
• Company Secretary qualifications are not a pre-requisite;
• Highly organized individual, with attention to detail and excellent personal time management skills;
• Knowledge of the regulatory and corporate environment for UK/Lux funds is advantageous but not required.
• Deep understanding and interest in investment instruments and markets is a plus; and
• Familiarity and experience with Blueprint Software is an advantage;
• Familiarity and experience with Diligent software is an advantage;

Job Details:

Company: BlackRock

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Application Deadline: N/A

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