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Veteran Transition Program - Associate Market…
- BlackRock (Chicago, IL)
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About this role
Job Description
Veterans Transition Program-Associate Market Sales Partner/Internal Wholesaler
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.
Business Description
BlackRock’s US Wealth Advisory business manages the firm's relationships with US retail investors and financial advisors. Representing a full suite of strategies from iShares ETFs, Alternatives, Mutual Funds to SMAs and sub-advisory relationships. USWA’s mandate is to deliver One BlackRock to third-party intermediaries like RIA’s and Financial Advisors from wirehouse, regional and independent firms.
**Role(s) Description** BlackRock is seeking Market Sales Partner (MSP)/Internal Wholesaler to join our US Wealth Advisory team. This role partners with our Market Leader/External Wholesaler to build relationships with clients in an assigned territory and drive sales through multiple channels, including RIAs, Wirehouses and Independent Broker Dealers. The Market Sales Partner will deliver market, product and portfolio insights to Financial Advisors and collaborate with other sales professionals to develop deep and lasting client relationships. Further, they will be expected to partner with Market Leaders to drive results and have working knowledge across the entire breadth of BlackRock’s solution sets (ETFs, Mutual Funds, SMA, Alternatives, Model Portfolios, etc.).
+ Develop deep relationships across all aspects of an advisor’s business
+ Deliver fiduciary and investment insights through portfolio construction conversations
+ Proactively position and differentiate BlackRock and our investment products against competitor firms and products to Financial Advisors
+ Build an efficient and thoughtful strategy to maximize engagement and influence
+ Expand existing client base by uncovering investment needs and presenting solutions
+ Identify and pursue new opportunities by client profiling, lead identification, and follow-up activity
+ Be consultative business partners to help advisors navigate markets, portfolios, business issues, etc.
+ Embrace the firm’s commitment to the client experience and exceed client expectations
+ Partner and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to deliver all of BlackRock’s resources and solutions to clients
Qualifications:
+ BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required
+ 2+ years of experience in mutual fund or brokerage industry required
+ FINRA Licenses: SIE, Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu) required or obtained within licensing time frame after hire
+ Knowledge of investment trends and advisor practices
+ Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to engage with key partners and to present sales materials and provide technical information regarding our products
+ Ability to work in team environment while being a driven self-starter
+ Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and work under tight time constraints
+ Desire to have a “Sales as a Destination” career with upward mobility in client facing sales roles
+ Proven MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
+ Experience with web-based technology
+ Clean U-4
Where will I be based?
This role will be based in one of the following locations: San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston, Princeton or Chicago
Program Eligibility:
+ Minimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service
+ <5 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 2025
Application Deadline:
+ June, 27 2025
\#EarlyCareers
For San Francisco, CA Only the salary range for this position is USD$100,000.00 - USD$130,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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.
For Princeton, NJ, BO7-Boston - 60 State Street, CHI-Chicago - 227 West Monroe Street and AT8 - 725 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta Only the salary range for this position is USD$90,000.00 - USD$120,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, 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.
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 (http://careers.blackrock.com/) | Twitter: @blackrock (https://twitter.com/blackrock) | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
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 (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf)** **and the** **pay transparency statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf)** **.**
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 [email protected] . All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy (http://www.blackrock.com/corporate/compliance/privacy-policy#recruitment-privacy-notice) .
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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