Does BlackRock pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, BlackRock employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at BlackRock. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at BlackRock?

68% of BlackRock employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated BlackRock 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at BlackRock?

Analyst (1000) , Associate (943) , Vice President (577) , Director (298) , Summer Analyst (158) , Software Engineer (150) , Intern (131) , Financial Analyst (76) , Portfolio Manager (71) , Managing Director (64) , Business Analyst (55) , Administrative Assistant (47) , Summer Intern (43) , Associate Software Engineer (36) , Senior Software Engineer (36)

What are the pros of working at BlackRock according to real employee reviews?

"Great culture and very easy to connect with people both in and outside the office." ((in 857 reviews)); "Blackrock has some great people working very hard in most departments and provides solid operational support." ((in 675 reviews)); "good work life balance but now with 4 days in the office it is much harder" ((in 439 reviews)); "Good benefits and always trying to improve." ((in 387 reviews)); "paced environment with a lot of learning 2) Colleagues are smart 3) Great brand to have on your resume" ((in 168 reviews))

What are the cons of working at BlackRock according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and the level of responsibility is poor." ((in 251 reviews)); "long hours and lack of work" ((in 230 reviews)); "Poor management with too many silos" ((in 194 reviews)); "low salary and bonus." ((in 171 reviews)); "Poor managers who are just in the right place right time to be promoted (got in early)." ((in 115 reviews))

What are employees saying about BlackRock layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about BlackRock layoffs and their outlook for job security at BlackRock in 2026.

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BlackRock reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(6,567 total reviews)

Laurence D. Fink

83% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Career opportunities

3.6

Culture & values

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.4

Senior management

BlackRock has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 6,567 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The BlackRock employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finanzas industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

7K reviews

5.0

Feb 14, 2026

Work culture

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good environment, supportive leads, ample projects

Cons

Competitive environment , need constant upskill

3.0

Feb 13, 2026

Strong Platform, High Expectations, Meaningful Impact

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Unmatched platform and brand – The firm’s global reach, technology capabilities, and client base create opportunities to work on complex, high-impact initiatives. Strong talent density – Colleagues are smart, driven, and generally collaborative. You learn quickly by being surrounded by high performers. Access to leadership and strategy – Clear firmwide vision and regular communication from senior management. Career mobility – Opportunities to move across functions and regions for those who are proactive.

Cons

High performance expectations – The pace is fast and standards are demanding, which can impact work-life balance during peak periods. Organizational complexity – Decision-making can slow down in larger, cross-functional initiatives. Internal competition – Advancement can feel competitive, especially at senior levels.

5.0

Feb 12, 2026

12 years and counting

Vice president

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fast paced learning, dynamic development, plenty of opportunities

Cons

Work life balance, stress, disconnect between senior leadership and workforce

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