Analyst applicants have rated the interview process at BlackRock with 4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 60% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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3 rounds typically -
Aladdin is important, core values are heavily talked about. Make sure to know what you're talking about but know that comparatively, comp is low compared to rest of the street.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at BlackRock
Interview
Multiple rounds of interviews, depending on role applied, the interviews might vary in technical levels. Generally cultural fit + technical interviews with different people in the company. Overall difficulty would be approximately 7/10 depending on difficulty in technical interview questions
1 virtual cover letter, then 2 rounds of interview. First round 3x30mins back-to-back interviews. Mostly fit questions. Some technical SQL questions which are manageable for someone with no tech background.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your favourite app on your phone. What are some features you liked/some features you would improve.