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New York, New York, United States
Hybrid
About this role
Business Unit Overview:
BlackRock Capital Markets (BCM), a part of Blackrock Global Markets (BGM) is comprised of Liquid Origination & Corporate Solutions. The Liquid Origination team is a centralized, full spectrum platform for all BLK capital markets activities across the primary capital markets. BCM works with the entirety of BlackRock’s investments platform to drive access to liquidity & performance through high quality sourcing of investment opportunities spanning Sovereign, Credit & Equity capital markets. It is a holistic, comprehensive investment platform that provides solutions across the capital stack. BCM helps to deploy public capital in portfolios across the full BlackRock platform. BCM works closely with the Portfolio Management Group (PMG).
The Corporates Solutions function is the centralized function through which investment teams access the firm’s Corporate C-suite relationships. BCM is a part of the Markets Division within BlackRock Global Markets (BGM).
Role Overview:
BlackRock is seeking an Equity Capital Markets Associate in the US, to be based in New York. The individual will have responsibility for becoming proficient in core business functions to manage our capital markets activity across public and private equity markets. There will be an opportunity to gain a broad skillset and exposure through deep understanding of the markets in which BCM operates; management of, and communications with, key internal stakeholders and external counterparties and corporate issuers; understanding of operational structures and processes with the support to develop efficiencies to such processes; integration into diverse investment processes across sectors and styles.
Responsibilities:
Daily management of capital markets processes in equities; including building pipeline, dissemination of new deal information and coordination with internal and external counterparties on live deals
Aggregate feedback from different investment teams and engage with corporate issuers and Investment Banks to negotiate the best outcome for participating BLK funds
Learn and manage a variety of compliance and business reporting systems and processes
Track and prepare Weekly / Quarterly / Annual reporting metrics
Fundamental company analysis to drive investment idea generation
Assist the team in evaluating unique investment opportunities
Drive development of company intelligence and support investment origination efforts
Identify, create and own technology tools and processes to drive efficiency and increase impact of the business
Qualifications:
2-4 years’ experience in financial services or technology, ideally with a background in M&A, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Equity Capital Markets or Asset Management
Skilled in financial modeling, fundamental analysis and valuation
A passion for investing and financial markets
Strong interest in technology and applied innovation
Understanding of the financial services landscape
Natural curiosity and a willingness to learn
Ability to multi-task in a time sensitive, fast paced environment while managing a variety of tasks of varying duration
Strong attention to detail
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Self-starter who can work effectively with a team and within a larger organization
Technology orientation (Strong MS Office skills required; experience developing and deploying AI-based tooling; experience with the following a plus: VBA, SQL, & Python)
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.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.
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