Associate Designer, Design Systems at BlackRock

London, England, United Kingdom

BlackRock Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Early-career designer with 1–3 years’ experience in UI or digital product design
  • Comfortable using modern design tools such as Figma, with eagerness to deepen skills in component libraries, prototyping, and emerging technologies (AI in design)
  • Detail-oriented and systematic: able to spot inconsistencies and refine designs for polish and precision
  • Collaborative teammate with strong communication skills and openness to feedback
  • Passionate about accessible, inclusive, and user-first design
  • Curious, adaptable, and motivated to learn from senior leaders in a fast-paced, global environment

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the System – Design and maintain UI components, patterns, and libraries that scale across brands and platforms
  • Support the Craft – Assist in audits, documentation, and design reviews to ensure clarity and consistency across experiences
  • Collaborate Across Teams – Work with product owners, engineers, and brand teams to ensure designs are implemented effectively
  • Champion Standards – Advocate for accessibility, inclusivity, and best practices in every component and interaction
  • Learn & Grow – Develop skills in design systems governance, tooling, and workflows while receiving mentorship from senior leaders

Skills

Figma
UI Design
Design Systems
Prototyping
Accessibility
Component Libraries
Design Documentation
AI in Design

BlackRock

About BlackRock

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1988Year Founded
$78,647.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

FDIC scrutiny could lead to regulatory challenges for BlackRock.
Workforce reduction may indicate internal financial pressures or strategic shifts.
Involvement in Yangzijiang Shipbuilding exposes BlackRock to geopolitical risks.

Differentiation

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, reached over $50 billion in assets quickly.
The firm is developing a layer-2 tokenized real-world asset platform on Ethereum.
BlackRock's partnership with Frax Finance enhances its stablecoin market presence.

Upsides

IBIT's success attracts a broader range of cryptocurrency investors.
The Ethereum platform positions BlackRock as a leader in blockchain financial services.
Partnership with Frax Finance enhances digital finance offerings and compliance.

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