I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at BlackRock
Interview
Expect to meet numerous stakeholders throughout the interview process across many functions - patience is required. However, while the process is lengthy it is a good way to get to know the organisation
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Whats your view of the firm, give me the outsiders view
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at BlackRock
Interview
I went through two formal interview days after several one-on-one video calls. Each formal day comprised of 9-11 meetings. I met with other MDs on related teams, some with similar roles. Each meeting about 45 minutes.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Nothing out of the ordinary. Most questions were job related. All interviewers rated the candidate and the results are compiled for the hiring manager.
Managing Director applicants have rated the interview process at BlackRock with 3.5 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 50% positive. To compare, the company-average is 60.5% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Managing Director roles take an average of 60 days to get hired, when considering 2 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at BlackRock overall takes an average of 30 days.
Common stages of the interview process at BlackRock as a Managing Director according to 2 Glassdoor interviews include:
Drug test: 18%
One on one interview: 18%
Group panel interview: 18%
Phone interview: 18%
Presentation: 9%
Background check: 9%
IQ intelligence test: 9%
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