About this role

Role Purpose

The HSE Associate will ensure compliance with Serbian occupational health regulations, with a primary focus on workplace injuries, illnesses, workplace needs, and ergonomics. This role will also support the global operations team by conducting quality assurance of incidents and workplace needs cases, as well as creating global metrics.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the onsite specialist for occupational health.

• Lead investigations and reporting of workplace injuries and illnesses in Belgrade.

• Maintain compliance with local occupational health requirements.

• Maintain required HSE documentation, training logs, policies, and occupational health records.

• Oversee workplace needs assessments and ergonomic evaluations in Belgrade.

• Identify and recommend improvements to layout, workflows, and environmental conditions (lighting, noise, temperature) that impact employee well-being.

• Ensure all activities align with Serbian health and safety laws.

• Maintain documentation and records for regulatory inspections.

• Provide training and guidance on occupational health best practices.

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of incident reports and workplace needs cases globally to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting standards.

• Collaborate with the global HSE team to standardize processes.

• Develop and maintain global metrics and dashboards for incidents and workplace needs data.

• Identify trends and recommend improvements for injury and illness prevention.

• Support the implementation of global HSE initiatives at the local level.

• Participate in global meetings, audits, reviews, and HSE program development.

• Work closely with HR, Facilities, and Security to maintain consistent safety and occupational health practices.

• Promote a proactive safety culture and serve as a trusted resource for employee support.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Occupational Health, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related field (e.g., OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management).

• Highest recognized occupational health credentials (e.g., Board Certification in Occupational Medicine, Serbian specialist certification, or equivalent).

• Knowledge of Serbian occupational health and workplace safety regulations.

• Proven experience in workplace injury/illness management, ergonomics, and compliance with Serbian regulations.

• Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven reporting and metrics.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a global environment.

• Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, authorities, and external vendors.

• Proficiency in Serbian and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• NEBOSH

• ENSHPO

• Experience working in a corporate office environment.

• Certification or training in ergonomics or injury prevention.

• First Aid & CPR Certification

Core competencies

• Strong understanding of occupational health principles.

• High attention to detail in incident analysis and reporting.

• Strong problem-solving and risk-assessment capability

• Proactive approach to safety improvements

• Ability to work independently while partnering with multiple teams

• Ability to collaborate across local and global teams

• High level of responsibility, confidentiality, and professionalism

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

Black Rock’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 Black Rock.

About Black Rock

At Black Rock, 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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Black Rock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.