Solid firm, some warts - Anonymous employee Barclays Employee Review

4.0
Aug 21, 2009
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

smart people, global firm with chance to work across geographies, interesting business lines. well regarded in industry/externally. solid benefits for staff.

Cons

firm is now too large, especially in some parts; middle managers are now concerned about creating & maintaining fiefdoms rather than pursuing profitable growth. employee growth is limited by narrow hiring practices, especially etfs.

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Cons

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