Enterprise Risk Technology & Transformation, RQA, Associate

About this role Business Overview The Risk & Quantitative Analysis (RQA) group provides independent oversight of BlackRock’s fiduciary and enterprise risks. RQA’s principal objectives are to advance the firm’s risk management practices and to deliver independent risk expertise and constructive challenge to drive better business and investment outcomes. RQA’s risk managers play a meaningful role in BlackRock’s investment process, using quantitative analysis and multi-disciplinary skills to tackle real-world problems and provide tangible solutions in the investment management process. RQA is committed to investing in our people to increase individual enablement and ultimately build a stronger team. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion which encourages collaboration, innovation, diversity and the development our future leaders. We actively engage in discussions on career growth and work with team members to understand how personal passions and strength connect with our purpose. Enterprise Risk Technology & Transformation Team The Technology & Transformation team is a growing part of RQA Enterprise Risk (ERM) that designs, implements, and optimizes technology solutions used by thousands of users across BlackRock. The team partners with ERM management to build and support risk management tools. It collaborates closely with technologists in the Aladdin Product Group and Technology and Operations divisions and works with business stakeholders and external partners outside of RQA to deliver scalable, innovative solutions that advance risk management objectives and drive operational excellence. Key Responsibilities We are seeking a Senior Analyst/Associate that will be part of an innovative team leading the development of Archer for the Model Risk Solution. This individual will be responsible for understanding business requirements, translating them into system configuration changes, and managing upstream and downstream dependencies. This role requires close collaboration with other system developers and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across ERM platforms. Candidates will: Own requirements and documentation of the Model Risk solution within Archer Analyze, document, and translate business requirements into actionable configuration changes, ensuring alignment with broader ERM objectives Demonstrate a deep understanding of current solutions and back-end architecture by executing configuration changes and enhancements within Archer Assess and manage upstream and downstream dependencies, collaborating with other system developers to consider impacts across platforms Engage with business stakeholders, including teams within ERM and external partners, to clarify requirements and communicate feasibility, challenging business change requests when necessary Manage strict timelines for development and bug fixes, ensuring communication with stakeholders is clear and timely Support and complete various efficiency and capacity-building initiatives, including automation and standardization efforts Consistently challenge the status quo to drive operational excellence by constantly analyzing systems, processes, and procedures for inefficiencies, and providing recommendations for improvement Stay current on industry trends and new technology solutions relevant to GRC, Model Risk, and AI Qualifications 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Archer or a similar GRC tool, including system configuration and back-end solution management Proven ability to understand and modify existing system configurations Efficient and effective information gathering and translating business requirements for technology solutions Familiarity and experience participating in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Comfortable challenging business requests and advocating for feasible, strategic solutions Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple requirements and stakeholders simultaneously Excellent written and verbal c ... (truncated, view full listing at source)