Associate, LatAm HR Officer

About this role

The BlackRock Human Resources team strives to transform the human resources function in the same way we are transforming access to financial well-being. We are students of the market and technology that are passionate about finding, growing and retaining the best talent to help deliver on the Firm's purpose to help more people build a strong financial future.

Our LatAm HR team lives our values, understands how our culture comes to life, and possess a deep knowledge of the business and delivery of all HR services to internal client groups to drive outstanding performance.

This role will serve as an HR Officer, aligned to the LatAm Region. The position will play a critical role in enhancing HR support to the aligned countries by partnering with operational teams across the region, HRBPs and beyond to ensure client and staff operational requirements are met. To be successful in this role, you will need to build relationships across HR and the Firm, learn the business, its leaders and organizational structure and problem solve across a wide range of HR topics.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work in close partnership with HR Operational teams, and Centers of Excellence as well as HRBPs striving to scale and centralize processes while ensuring compliance. The role will lead the ongoing work to address process gaps and issues for BlackRock LatAm (Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile).
• Point of escalation to manage local language operational deliverables such as referencing, local language required documents, local regulatory reporting (leveraging Workday reporting). letter and contract review and 2nd level support for local HR requests (point of escalation).
• Point of contact for local authorities for execution of external obligations, working closely with partners in HR Operations, such as Reward Operations, Benefits and Payroll.
• Assist America's Operations team in triaging local operational issues.
• Partner with BlackRock Immigration (and external visa counsel), on the smooth management of visas for the US and the Region to ensure there is a good leader and employee experience.
• On an ongoing basis check documents for accuracy (such as contracts of employment) to ensure accuracy.

You need to have:

• BA/Bsc degree or equivalent (certifications and course work in specific areas of HR expertise preferred) and 2+ years' experience as an HR professional or HR consultant across a number of LatAm countries (Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile), working for a global firm.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities, and can partner regionally and globally to facilitate these improvements.
• Demonstrated reporting and analytical skills, fluency with MS Office and ability to summarize information tailored to different audiences.
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail and high standards for accuracy.
• Strong project management skills with ability to anticipate and hit deadlines related to client deliverables.
• Native in Spanish and fluent in English (Portuguese is a plus).
• Fast learner, proactive, agile and adaptable with ability to function in a fast changing, global environment.

We'd love to see:

• Knowledge in the Asset management/Finance or Software industry.
• Experience with Workday.
• Excellent interpersonal and partnership skills.
• Commercial acumen and demonstrated interest in financial services and/or technology.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, in Spanish and English.

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 race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

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