DescriptionAbout this role
Veterans Transition Program - Information Security Associate
We recognize that veterans bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock thanks to their extraordinary backgrounds and experiences. The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world’s largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.
Over the course of the Program, participants will:
- Join teams and have an immediate impact;
- Immerse themselves in the work of their teams;
- Gain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;
- Be supported through training and mentorship;
- Get exposure to senior leaders;
- Participate in social and networking opportunities.
Program Structure:
The program begins with an orientation where you’ll learn about BlackRock’s principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You’ll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients. Following orientation, you’ll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.
Become a Member of our Technology Operations Team:
Our business has over 3,000 employees across 40+ offices globally and is comprised of 6 different streams, spanning from Data & Artificial Intelligence to Provider Strategy. We are responsible for processes required for the end-to-end investment management process, providing operational support to BlackRock’s portfolio management teams and client groups. We also own the day-to-day relationships with external service providers, such as banks and data/index suppliers, ensuring that we optimize BlackRock's relationships.
Our business contains two teams:
Business Operations
Provides support to investment and client businesses by operating across business management, client onboarding and implementation, and client experience management
Technology Operations
Supports technology businesses by working with cyber and information security, data science and AI, and technology enterprise services.
Our team is known for:
Providing data services and solutions to support the entire firm
Improving the client service experience in partnership with client businesses
Managing the firm’s funds aligning to the Retail, Institutional and ETF client businesses
Maintaining relationships with banks and market data/index providers
Providing scalable and custom reports to clients
Effectively onboarding new portfolios by working across numerous BlackRock teams
Analyzing trends to improve service and client deliverables
Understanding the flow of client, market, and fund information across BlackRock and external data providers
Working alongside our systems engineers and UI developers to build the next generation of BlackRock's tools
Proving out and productionalizing scalable infrastructure
Developing tech solutions and providing tech expertise to address business & industry challenges
Our team partners with:
•Internally: We work with Technology, Portfolio Managers, Legal & Compliance, Financial Planning & Analysis, Human Resources, and more.
•Externally: Our Client Experience teams work with clients for onboarding, contracting, etc. Our Business Operation teams work with funds, providers, banks, etc.
Where will I be based?
This role will be based in our Wilmington, Delaware Office
Program Eligibility:
- Minimum of two years of Active Uniformed service
- No more than 8 years of civilian work experience
- Bachelor’s degree obtained pre- or post-military service
- Open to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service
- Must be able to commence employment in October 2024
Application Deadline:
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
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.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.
