BlackRock Reviews
Updated 14 Oct 2019
"Work/life balance is important here" (in 201 reviews)
"BlackRock has a great network and lots of smart people" (in 145 reviews)
"work-life balance can be demanding" (in 186 reviews)
"You end up working very long hours just to get your day to day done" (in 124 reviews)
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"It was a good place"
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I worked at BlackRock full-time for more than a year
Pros
Enjoyed working there, it was fun
Cons
It's a big company which has its downsides
BlackRock2019-07-21 "ROLE REVIEW 2019 BlackRock"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
Good benefits unlimited holidays available
Cons
Roles can be narrow after a few years
BlackRock2019-10-07"Portfolio management at BlackRock"
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I have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than 8 years
Pros
Work life balance, firm size
Cons
Pay versus other firms and bureaucratic nature
BlackRock2019-10-02"Not a very supportive environment"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for less than a year
Pros
- Prestigious name on resume - You get access to high profile clients and thus huge learning experience - Lots of resources made available to you
Cons
- People rarely take the time to teach you/guide you as a newcomer - No work life balane
BlackRock2019-10-13"Inexperienced or bullying managers"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than a year
Pros
Good benfits and flexible hours. Intellectually challenging work.
Cons
Promotions based on tenure and not impact or skills. Bullying behaviour allowed in managers. Very political culture and insecure middle managers who treat employees unfairly whilst seeking personal agenda.
Advice to Management
Decision on who to make managers should be more carefully evaluated. Promotion process should be more transparent and fair.
BlackRock2019-10-08"Manager"
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at BlackRock part-time for more than a year
Pros
good company relaxed, chill people
Cons
havent been exposed to any really
Advice to Management
keep up the good work and get the money
BlackRock2019-09-20"Great company but insane hours"
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Negative OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Great culture to get involved, cutting edge of the market
Cons
Too aggressive, will make you work on your death bed, politics
BlackRock2019-09-16"Ok but could be better"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
big firm and big name - gets you a good role after leaving
Cons
too big to care, just a number
Advice to Management
As if they'd listen
BlackRock2019-09-30"An innovative firm"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at BlackRock full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Great innovative culture, way ahead in investing in technology compare to other financial firms. Great people, inspiring with good working ethics.
Cons
working hours can be quite long
BlackRock2019-09-14"Company culture in APG"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at BlackRock full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
If you have recently graduated it is a good opportunity to start working in a company that invest a lot in young people. They push people to be proactive and to propose ideas and being leaders. If you are an extrovert it's the right place for you to work. They pay $2K per year fro training (courses, conferences) and also give access to a lot of learning resources.
Cons
It's difficult being promoted, doing a good job is not enough, you must prove that you did more than required by your role. Having a good manager that can push you is a great help. At some point I experienced bullying from the managers in my first team and I could not receive much help for that. Pay is below expectations.
Advice to Management
They expect a lot from their employers. They should show a bit more consideration sometimes. Bullying is something that exists and is not necessary dealt with by the most senior people.
BlackRock2019-09-26