These are difficult times. - Registered Client Service Associate Citi Employee Review

3.0
Apr 10, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Branches worldwide so you can find career anywhere. Diverse opportunites. Numerous departments etc to find the right fit.

Cons

The negative press right now. Working for Smith Barney which was sold and then purchased by Morgan Stanley and the changes that brings.

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5.0
May 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Very good atmosphere and great place to start your career and get mentors

Cons

Long hours and no work life balance which is ok

3.0
Jul 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Hybrid schedule, supportive managers, opportunities

Cons

Once you’re in, comp basically plateaus. Layoffs are happening across the board, which tends to be the full-time culture of citi. The vibe is very much “run lean” until something actually breaks, and only then consider adding headcount. You have to be intentional about protecting your work-life balance, because the implicit expectation is that you’re always on—24/7, 365—without the support of a properly staffed team.

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