Research Analyst, Vice President

About this role

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock’s mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We have a responsibility to be the voice of the investor, and we represent each client fairly and equally. Constant communication with a diverse team of partners strengthens us and delivers better results for our clients. Continuous innovation helps us bring the best of BlackRock to our clients. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.
The Vice President, US Consumer Equity Analyst is responsible for generating high‑conviction investment ideas across the US consumer universe, with a clear focus on driving alpha and portfolio impact. The role owns fundamental coverage, develops differentiated investment views, and actively influences portfolio positioning through rigorous analysis and debate.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate actionable long investment ideas across US consumer sectors, primarily within large‑cap and mid‑cap equities
• Own fundamental coverage, including end‑to‑end responsibility for research, valuation, and investment recommendations
• Build and maintain robust, decision‑grade financial models and underwriting frameworks
• Develop differentiated, variant views through deep fundamental, industry, and primary research, identifying key value drivers, inflection points, and downside risks
• Monitor portfolio positions and update investment views with speed, clarity, and discipline as new information emerges
• Partner closely with portfolio managers and investment colleagues to influence sizing, timing, and portfolio construction
• Contribute to a high‑performance, debate‑driven investment culture that values intellectual honesty and rigorous challenge

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• 6–10+ years of investment experience covering the US consumer sector, gained on the buy‑side or at a top‑tier sell‑side institution
• Proven track record of generating differentiated investment ideas in US large‑cap and mid‑cap equities
• Deep understanding of consumer business models, competitive dynamics, and unit economics
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with a clear focus on material drivers of value
• Ability to communicate complex investment views clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Experience influencing portfolio positioning and investment outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high‑conviction, collaborative investment environment

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$155,000.00 - USD$210,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

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