BlackRock Reviews
Updated Oct 21, 2019
"Work/life balance is important here" (in 201 reviews)
"BlackRock has a great network and lots of smart people" (in 146 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 125 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"Bullying culture, and individuals with own agendas"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at BlackRock full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Some great people who are willing to collaborate and deliver quality results for the company,
Cons
No support from senior management and in some cases employees are bullied to the point of leaving. Good people are made victims of personal preferences of senior management.
Advice to Management
Radically examine the senior management population and determine those who are not delivering in their roles. Ensure senior management are following the company guidelines and provide adequate management, counsel and development of staff.
BlackRock2019-10-18