Our Spring Insight is a week-long event taking place in our London and Edinburgh offices in April 2025 for students of all academic backgrounds who will graduate with an undergraduate or master’s degree in 2027.
Spring Insight is an immersive experience into one of our business areas where you’ll participate in work shadowing, a group project, networking and social events. By the end of the week, you’ll be well on your way to being a true student of the markets. We think it’s important to have an open mind about where you begin your career so you’ll be able to apply to experience up to two functions.
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Important:
Candidates can apply for up to two functions within that programme (e.g., Investment Research and Analytics & Modeling). You must apply for both opportunities using the same programme application.
If you withdraw your application, you cannot submit another application for this programme this year.
Finance
Our global, world-class Finance organisation works to deliver truth, transparency and trusted, experienced advice to BlackRock and its partners. The Finance department is a key enabler of a business’ growth and serves a fundamental role in making business decisions and improving the organisation’s efficiency. As an internal function at BlackRock, we provide thought leadership across the firm.
Teams you may be considered for:
Analysts will participate in two 12-month rotations across Finance teams. They’ll receive access to curated programming designed to enable career growth and support in pursuing further long-term development through professional qualifications like the CPA and ACCA.
Controllers
Directly responsible for all corporate accounting activities, this team ensures that we operate to the highest fiduciary standards and risk management principles.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Aims to be the Chief Financial Officers (CFO) for BlackRock’s businesses & functions, serving as a thought leader and partner across the firm to manage risk, enhance decision-making, support the achievement of the firm’s objectives and optimise the firm’s resource allocation.
Finance Controls
Drives the firm’s compliance with corporate-wide financial statement audit and control requirements.
Sourcing & Vendor Management
Engages and manages vendors to minimise risk and realise the full value of the investment.
Finance Platform Strategies
Leads process and technology initiatives to improve finance operations.
What will you do as an Analyst?
Participate in recurring check-ins with designated Program Managers and consistent touchpoints with the cohort of Program Analysts
Gain insight into all parts of Corporate Finance by working closely across multiple areas and opportunities to build well-rounded skills
Develop interpersonal skills to improve relatability and achieve business goals, acting as a trusted business partner to various internal clients
Gain a strong understanding of the internal control and risk management framework
Develop skills to frame, analyse, structure and communicate answers to complex business questions and to collect, optimise, summarise and govern data for business insights
Take advantage of opportunities to leverage GenAI capabilities to design impactful operational improvements and improve efficiency
What capabilities are we looking for?
Well-organised, methodical and detail-orientated with an ability to work to tight deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to synthesise information (including large datasets) and summarise key issues using financial systems, models & data visualisation tools
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment and establish effective working relationships with internal partners
A high degree of integrity and confidentiality
Initiative and confidence to identify operational improvement opportunities
Independent and proactive working style
Collaborative work approach and willingness to get involved in the BlackRock culture and networks
Interest in:
Kickstarting your career in an internal, corporate function
Developing a deep understanding of the business and its key drivers
Driving strategic & innovative thinking, using data to drive decision-making
Building technical skills, including exposure to programming languages & databases
Learning best practice project management skills
Developing crucial accounting skills
Developing financial modeling and analytical skills
Your learning & development will include:
Participate in engagement and networking initiatives designed to foster our culture, support team members in all aspects of their well-being and create a positive employee experience
Receive ongoing education, talent development and shadow opportunities that emphasise the importance of effective leadership and help bridge the gap between designated tasks and wider team objectives
Experience integrated DEI efforts across our organisation, including how we develop our people, evolve our culture and operate our business
Benefits
Emotional well-being
Financial well-being
Healthcare benefits
Life management
Pay for performance
Physical well-being
Please click here to see all of our rewards and benefits.
Next steps:
Once you submit your application you will immediately be invited to submit a Virtual Cover Letter and/or take a CodeVue assessment depending on the vacancy or vacancies you apply to. You must submit your Virtual Cover Letter and/or the CodeVue assessment within 5 calendar days, as failure to do so will result in your application being automatically withdrawn.
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