BlackRock is a great place to develop a career in financial services, although the economic rewards are lacking. - Vice President BlackRock Employee Review

4.0
14 Jan 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Professional development and stable firm.

Cons

Generally a lower margin business relative to Wall Street firms, which is reflected in compensation potential.

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5.0
7 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Surrounded by top talent, Lots of opportunities for career growth

Cons

Large organization, so decision-making and processes can sometimes move more slowly than in smaller firms.

2.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Lots of client exposure Learning unique products Aladdin

Cons

Too much politics in the team. Nobody stays for more than 2 years. Also they like you as long as you do their job. The moment you ask for a raise or a change they immediately intentionally make your life difficult

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