HR Background Check Associate

Execute the background screening process for new hires, re-hires, and 3rd party workers, in compliance with regulatory requirements while following COMPANY policies. Execute the employee re-screen program: send communications, adhere to re-screening timelines, and answer employee questions throughout the process. Support additional programs related to an employee’s eligibility to work for BlackRock, which may include right to work, I-9 verification, and regulatory reference completion. Adjudicate background screening reports to established standards following a set process and controls to mitigate risk while using sound judgement and escalating as appropriate through a predefined escalation matrix. Maintain all relevant documentation aligned with BlackRock’s policies and local privacy laws. Stay up to date with the regulatory landscape as it impacts the screening process while ensuring a smooth user experience Recognize opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the user experience throughout the screening process, and proactively seek and suggest solutions to leadership.

Skills: An ability to manage a large volume of varied requests and deliver with accuracy and speed. Solid verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of candidates/employees via phone and e-mail. Verbal and written communication skills in languages other than English are desirable. Strong organizational, analytical, and problems solving skills. Process-oriented, with a high level of attention to detail and ability to exercise critical judgment Adherence to strict procedures and documentation requirements

Maintain a high degree of confidentiality/discretion The ability to flex solutions to changing demands: anticipating the local, regional, global impact. Experience working across cultures and in a matrixed environment (preferred); proven ability to work independently but also to build and sustain high performing partnerships, both locally and globally. A strong work ethic – ability to work on their own initiative and manage own time effectively. Strong interpersonal skills, flexible, team-work oriented and comfortable working with remote team members. Proactive and a result driven mindset. Ability to build effective and trusted relationships across the HR function. Experience with Workday and Consumer Reporting Agency platforms a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Education: Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years previous experience in related field; experience in HR compliance, onboarding, background screening or related field preferred.