Equity Research Analyst, Global Allocation – Associate

About this role

Global Allocation Fund

Since the 1989 launch of the Global Allocation Fund, BlackRock’s Global Allocation Team, which currently manages over $50 billion in assets across its global platform, has delivered equity-like returns with lower levels of risk. The Fund was designed to be a core holding for investors seeking long term growth.  It’s flexible, multi-asset mandate and broad investment universe enables its 50+ seasoned management team to invest across asset classes, geographies, currencies and securities.

The team employs a research-intensive approach that combines fundamental, bottom-up security selection within a risk-controlled top-down asset allocation investment process. Strong interaction and knowledge-sharing exists among the BlackRock Global Allocation team, in addition to using BlackRock’s worldwide resources for investment ideas, fundamental analysis, technology, and risk analysis.

Blackrock’s Global Allocation Team is searching for a Research Analyst who will be responsible for performing research and analysis for global equities for the Global Allocation fund.

Knowledge/Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience researching and modeling companies; investment experience preferred but not required

• Comfort with global securities

• Experience in healthcare is preferred, but not required

• Strong communication skills

• Original and independent thinker, able to work in a collaborative, research-intensive, transparent team environment

• CFA preferred

Competencies:

• Enthusiastic, proactive self-starter who is internally motivated to deliver superior results to the team and Global Allocation shareholders

• Strong fundamental research skills with particular strength in financial analysis/modeling; excellent Excel skills are a prerequisite

• Solid investment presentation preparation skills; comfort building PowerPoint decks is required

• Data driven mindset; investment considerations are backed up with data and not simply the narrative

• Ability to identify key investment issues, separate fact from opinion, and assist more experienced investors with analyzing facts to shape investment theses and differentiated view

• Strong business sense: The candidate must possess a broad understanding of business models, industry dynamics, and competitive analysis

• The candidate must have strong presentation skills in both small and larger group settings, with the ability to front-load presentations with investment recommendation and distill information to the most salient points

• The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work closely with a small team as well as more broadly within an organization where information-sharing is critical to the success of all teams across asset classes

• Comfort finding solutions to problems independently while knowing when to seek assistance is critical

 

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$116,000.00 - USD$155,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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.

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