BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a global investment manager and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients—from grandparents, doctors, and teachers to large institutions—turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. We are building a culture of innovation, curiosity, and compassion, one that enables every employee to make an impact.
The Full-Time Analyst Programme
The full-time Analyst Program is a multi-year experiential journey designed to empower and support Analysts in connecting their personal passions and strengths to BlackRock’s mission, principles and purpose. The program begins with an orientation to learn about our purpose, business and strategic priorities – all while gaining insights into the day-to-day life of an Analyst at BlackRock.
Following orientation, Analysts join their business area and stay connected with colleagues across the globe through ongoing training and professional development. This program offers Analysts the chance to have a lasting impact on the firm and contribute to our greater collective purpose to help more and more people experience financial well-being.
Throughout the program Analysts will have an opportunity to do meaningful work with diverse colleagues across the globe, all with the support of a company that’s committed to their well-being and invested in their success.
We hire curious, lifelong learners and support their growth through virtual and in-person training, certificate programs, company-wide hackathons, and analyst training programs.
Additionally, we provide a breadth of benefits and programs to support your physical, financial and mental well-being. From virtual healthcare to money management support and free, confidential counseling, we continuously evaluate and update our benefits to make sure they meet our employees’ needs.
Application Information
Candidates must have graduated or be graduating from an undergraduate or a master’s degree program between January 2019 and December 2021; with less than 18 months of directly relevant, full-time work experience. We welcome applications from candidates studying any degree subject.
Please note that for roles in continental European locations, you are required to speak the local language at a fluent level (e.g. if you are applying for a role in Frankfurt, you will be required to speak German).
The exception is for roles in our Budapest office; for these positions Hungarian is not required, however you must speak English at a fluent level.
Application Deadlines
- Investments business areas: 23 October 2020
- All other business areas: 13 November 2020
Our Business Areas
Advisory Services
Provide strategic advice and solve critical and complex financial issues for a diverse client base - from financial institutions and regulators, to governments around the world.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan
Analytics & Risk
Develop and deliver tailored advice, risk management and investment services to governments, corporations and many of the world’s largest investors.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan
Business Management & Strategy
Drive key initiatives, collaborate with internal and external partners, and ensure coordinated delivery of our capabilities.
Locations: London, Budapest, Frankfurt, Milan, Munich, and other European locations
Business Operations
Work with business areas across the organization to deliver a seamless end to end investment management process, providing operational support to our portfolio management teams and client groups.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Finance & Internal Audit
Provide thought leadership across the firm’s control and risk management environment to improve decision making and help achieve the firm’s objectives.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Investments
Build and analyze investment strategies, portfolios and products for a broad range of institutional and retail clients.
Locations: London, Budapest, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Paris, Zurich
Legal & Compliance
Understand and advise on the impact of regulatory requirements and best practices, protect the firm’s reputation and partner with the business to meet our clients’ expectations.
Locations: London, Budapest
Marketing & Communications
Develop strategies that grow our brands and company purpose to drive profit, build relationships with both existing and new clients, and solve systemic client needs in key areas across the firm.
Locations: London
Sales & Relationship Management
Develop and deliver investment products and solutions for clients worldwide. Create marketing strategies around these solutions and use them to build new client relationships.
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest, Frankfurt, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Zurich and other European locations
Technology
Build and support Aladdin, the technology platform that powers our firm and the investment industry as a whole. Utilize sophisticated technology to develop applications, deliver custom solutions and ensure a superior user experience. -u
Locations: London, Edinburgh, Budapest
Application Instructions
Read about the variety of business areas you can choose to be a part of at BlackRock. You will be able to select up to two business areas you would like to be considered for as part of your application.
Once you’ve submitted your online application, you will be asked to complete a virtual cover letter. Think of this as an opportunity to give us your elevator pitch – it is not an interview but will be considered along with your resume. This must be completed within 72 hours of submitting the written part of your application and for each business area you apply for.
If you are interested in our software engineering opportunities, we’ll ask you to complete a coding challenge instead of a virtual cover letter. This must be completed within 96 hours of submitting the first part of your application.