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2.0
Jun 27, 2018
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Decent compensation. Some teams are very strong. Some projects are better than others.

Cons

Disclaimer: these characteristics are not consistent across the firm, but they are more prevalent across certain teams. Do your homework before joining a specific team. Favoritism and inner office politics need to be reeled in. For some SMDs, it’s more important for you to be golfing/drinking buddies with senior leadership vs. the quality of your work. Environment of some teams discouraged independent thinking. Questioning or disagreeing with some MDs can be viewed in an unfavorable manner and receive a negative response from the MD. They promote a “roll up our sleeves attitude” but some MDs feel that they are above certain levels of work and will not (or cannot) do it.

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5.0
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Pros

Work culture and Learning opportunities

Cons

Healthcare benefits could be more generous

2.0
Jun 18, 2026
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Pros

* Strong brand recognition and an impressive roster of clients and projects. * Opportunity to work with talented colleagues across multiple business segments. * Exposure to a fast-paced environment that provides significant professional growth and learning opportunities.

Cons

* Lack of consistent leadership visibility and clear strategic direction across parts of the organization. * Communication from senior leadership can be limited, leaving employees without a clear understanding of priorities and long-term goals. * Decision-making often feels reactive rather than proactive. * Accountability and partnership are inconsistent across teams and business segments. * Employees may not always feel adequately supported when raising concerns or navigating challenging situations. * Leadership teams are often stretched thin, which can impact coaching, communication, and overall employee support. * Performance evaluation and promotion processes can lack transparency, making it difficult to understand how decisions are made. * Employee experiences can vary significantly depending on team, manager, and business segment. * Opportunities for feedback exist, but employees do not always see meaningful action taken in response to recurring concerns. * Collaboration and cross-functional alignment can be challenging at times due to differing priorities and expectations.

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