Amazing executive, terrible middle management, below-par compensation - Vice President BlackRock Employee Review

3.0
Mar 9, 2018
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Pros

Great culture set by the executives. Lots of incredibly smart people to work with. The culture of innovation and high performance is fantastic - more so due to many of the founders still running the company. The executive team is thoughtful, visionary, and cares deeply about the company and employees. Lots of potential opportunities for high performers.

Cons

Comp is below par. Tons of middle managers who were promoted because they joined what was a small firm at the time. Next generation of leaders are underwhelming. Discouraging lack of fast promotions for high performers.

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