About this role
Team Description
The APAC COO team ensures that regional and country platforms are running commercially, smoothly and efficiently. We partner with the Head of Asia Pacific and the most senior business leaders to unlock opportunities to accelerate growth, disrupt our business and drive change. The team conducts in-depth analyses of our resources and financial position to translate into practical insights, proactively mitigates risks through a sharp focus on operations and drives our talent and culture agenda forward.
We are expanding the APAC COO team to India to support business management, risk & governance, and external/regulatory reporting priorities. The India team will partner closely with regional stakeholders to administer programs, ensure compliance with local and regional regulations, and deliver tech-enabled process optimization. The India Team Lead will drive team development, coordinate deliverables, and support future pipeline planning.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the India business management team, ensuring effective onboarding and transition of new hires
Oversee business management activities, including headcount and expense management, onboarding, and training
Coordinate risk oversight and governance activities, such as compliance training, self-audits, and control framework execution
Manage timely completion of external and regulatory reporting, driving automation and process enhancements
Engage with SteerCo and key partners to align priorities, communicate progress, and support stakeholder engagement
Identify and implement future opportunities for operational efficiency, centralization, and automation
Knowledge / Skills
8+ years’ experience in business management, COO, or related roles within financial services
Strong understanding of risk management, governance, and regulatory reporting in APAC markets (at firm/enterprise level)
Strong financial and quantitative analytics skills, including attention to detail and ability to work with large quantities of data to identify and present trends (experience in automation/data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, Python will be a good to have)
Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with ability to influence across functions and seniority levels
Proven track record in process optimization, automation, and project management
Experience working in a global, matrixed organization and navigating cross-cultural environments.
Commercial mindset, structured problem-solving ability, and a proactive, self-starter approach
Additional Info
Leadership experience required, with a sharp focus on developing and growing future leaders
Willingness and ability to worka shift schedule that aligns with APAC business hours
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.
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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.
