Associate, Technology and Operations Risk and Control

BlackRock · Wilmington, DE, DE · $85,000.00 - $117,500.00 · hybrid Technology and Operations (T&O) is responsible for BlackRock's worldwide operations across asset classes and geographies. The T&O Risk and Control team operates within the first line of defense and oversees the operational risk management framework. As an Associate on the T&O Risk and Control team, you will work with the Head of Americas Risk T&O and the broader Risk and Control team to support the global risk framework and related business management activities. You will collaborate with stakeholders across T&O to advance the regional risk agenda, coordinate and implement risk initiatives, and maintain alignment with regional counterparts across second- and third-line functions. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a strong risk and control environment by connecting risk priorities with business processes, improving transparency through reporting and analysis, and helping teams identify and address emerging operational risks. Responsibilities: Support and coordinate regional and global T&O teams in navigating operational risk requirements and internal audits, including leading smaller risk mitigation projects as appropriate. Support and coordinate remediation efforts related to internal controls and help incorporate risk management routines into business processes. Support the development and continuous improvement of risk reporting to increase transparency around significant risks and issues. Collaborate with risk partners and T&O teams to maintain alignment on firmwide operational risk priorities and emerging risks and contribute to a strong risk culture. Support the execution of operational risk assessments and governance routines, identifying emerging risks, control gaps, and opportunities to strengthen the control environment. Experience: Demonstrated experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, or a related field, with the ability to apply risk and control principles in a complex operating environment. Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Intellectually curious and effective at navigating a matrixed organization, collaborating with subject matter experts, and building trusted, long-term relationships. Demonstrated experience working with large data sets, including data analysis and manipulation to draw pragmatic conclusions. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and summarize complex matters effectively, both verbally and in writing, for stakeholders at all levels. Ability to think critically and contribute to developing solutions that enhance risk and control activities. Strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset. Salary range for Wilmington, DE: $85,000.00 - $117,500.00 per year Salary range for Atlanta, GA: $95,000.00 - $127,500.00 per year Benefits include healthcare, leave benefits, retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, and Flexible Time Off (FTO).