Vice President, Business Audit - Digital Assets

BlackRock • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

About this role Internal Audit’s primary mission is to provide assurance to the Board of Directors and Executive Management that BlackRock’s businesses are well managed and meeting strategic, operational and risk management objectives. The team engages with senior leaders and all of BlackRock’s individual business units globally to understand and advise on the risks in their business, evaluate the effectiveness of key processes and assist in the design of best practices that can improve their results. Internal Audit reports directly to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, and our work builds confidence that BlackRock will meet its obligations to clients, shareholders, employees and other stakeholders. With teams in the US, Europe, and Asia, the Business Audit Team performs audits covering all BlackRock business units, including investment management, risk management, operations, finance, legal and compliance, and client businesses. BlackRock's global headquarters at 50 Hudson Yards, NYC, offers state-of-the-art facilities including a cafeteria, amenity spaces, private sky lobbies, and impressive Hudson River views. 50 Hudson Yards offers direct access to the No. 7 Subway station and has entrances on Hudson Park & Boulevard, 10th Avenue, 33rd Street, and 34th Street. It is located two blocks from Penn Station. The Vice President, Business Audit is responsible for leading and executing audits, including those with a focus on digital asset operations, and emerging fintech platforms. This role requires expertise in digital asset risk, blockchain technology, and regulatory compliance across all digital asset activities.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree and 6+ years of internal audit or similar experience; Preferably in financial services, including an understanding of financial instruments, asset management processes, and risks
• Digital Asset Audit Expertise: Ability to assess risks, controls, and compliance frameworks for digital assets (e.g., crypto assets, stablecoins, tokenized securities) across custody, trading, settlement, and platform integration)
• Deep understanding of Blockchain / Digital Ledger Technology (e.g., fundamental operation of blockchain, differences between public and private chains, transaction recording / verification processes)
• Understanding of Cryptography, Private Key Management, and Cybersecurity in general, specifically concerning fraud and threat detection
• Understanding of Logic / Programming supporting smart contracts
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging risks and opportunities in digital asset ecosystems, and to synthesize market and technology trends into actionable audit strategies
• Audit Issue and Report Writing
• Developing Others
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) and interpersonal skills
• Intellectual curiosity and healthy skepticism
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Data analysis

Nice To Haves

• Relevant professional certifications are a plus (ACCA, CA, CIA, IMC, CFA, CISA); Candidates not currently certified will be expected to obtain relevant credentials as part of their development

Responsibilities

• Project managing and leading the execution of audits (global and regional) across all BlackRock business units: investment management, risk management, operations, finance, legal and compliance, and client businesses, including digital assets
• Lead audits of digital asset processes, including custody, trading, settlement, and platform integration and other BlackRock business areas
• Assess risks, controls, and compliance frameworks for crypto assets, stablecoins, tokenized securities, and blockchain-based operations
• Apply advanced data analytics and AI tools to audit digital asset transactions, access management, and operational anomalies.
• Leverage technology platforms (e.g., Aladdin, Tableau) for continuous improvement and innovation in audit engagements
• Providing advisory services during the development of new businesses and systems
• Assistance in the formation of the annual audit plan through direct input, insight, and perspective around current business, industry, and regulatory risk factors
• People management responsibilities of audit staff, including coaching and feedback
• Travel to regional and international locations may be required

Benefits

• employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits
• strong retirement plan
• tuition reimbursement
• comprehensive healthcare
• support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees