Equity Capital Markets Associate New York, NY

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<p><b>About this role</b></p><p></p><p></p><p><span>BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from fundamental and systematic active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Business Unit Overview:</span></b></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Role Overview:</span></b></p><p><span>BlackRock is seeking an Equity Capital Markets Associate in the US, to be based in New York. The individual will have responsibility for supporting pre-IPO and IPO origination efforts, working directly with the regional Head of ECM. The role will require facilitating active engagement with prospective issuers and enhancing connectivity across the ecosystem by supporting relationship-building efforts with various stakeholders, including management teams, VCs, sponsors, advisors and underwriters. There will be an opportunity to gain a broad skillset through deep understanding of the markets in which BCM operate; 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. </span><br /><br /><b><span>Responsibilities:</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Daily management of origination and coverage motions; including building pipeline, dissemination of content and coordination with internal and external counterparties on potential financings.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Enhance and expand an existing network with the goal of generating unique investment opportunities for BlackRock clients.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Learn and manage a variety of compliance and business reporting systems and processes.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Track, prepare and refine Weekly / Quarterly / Annual reporting metrics to establish efficacy and impact of outreach.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Fundamental company analysis to drive investment idea generation.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Assist the team in evaluating unique investment opportunities.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Qualifications:</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>2-4 years’ experience in financial services, ideally with a background in M&A, Investment Banking coverage, or Asset Management</span></p></li><li><p><span>Skilled in financial modeling, fundamental analysis and valuation</span></p></li><li><p><span>A passion for investing and financial markets.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Understanding of the financial services landscape</span></p></li><li><p><span>Natural curiosity and a willingness to learn.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to multi-task in a time sensitive, fast paced environment.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong attention to detail</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong oral and written communication skills</span></p></li><li><p><span>Self-starter who can work effectively with a team and within a larger organization</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proficient technology orientation (Strong Excel skills required; the following a plus: VBA, SQL, & Tableau)</span></p></li></ul>&#xa;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 healthcare, 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.&#xa;<p></p><p><b><span>Our benefits</span></b><br /><br /><span>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.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Our hybrid work model</b></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>About BlackRock</b></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>For additional information on BlackRock, please visit <a href='http://careers.blackrock.com/' target='_blank'><span><span>@blackrock</span></span></a> | Twitter: <a href='https://twitter.com/blackrock' target='_blank'>@blackrock</a> | LinkedIn: <a href='http://www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock' target='_blank'><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a></p><div><p></p></div><div><p></p></div><p></p><p><span>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 <span><span><span><span><span>identity/expression),</span></span></span></span></span> 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. <b>View the </b></span><b><a href='https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf' target='_blank'>EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement</a></b><span><b> and the </b></span><b><a href='https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf' target='_blank'>pay transparency statement</a><span>.</span></b></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable <span><span><span><span><span>accommodation/adjustments</span></span></span></span></span> are needed throughout the employment process, please email <a href='mailto:Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com' target='_blank'><span><span><span><span><span>Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com</span></span></span></span></span></a>. All requests are treated in line with our <a href='http://www.blackrock.com/corporate/compliance/privacy-policy#recruitment-privacy-notice' target='_blank'><b>privacy policy</b></a><a href='http://www.blackrock.com/corporate/compliance/privacy-policy#recruitment-privacy-notice' target='_blank'>.</a></span></p><p></p>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.

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