FDM Group reviews

3.1

53% would recommend to a friend

(3,949 total reviews)
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Rod Flavell

55% approve of CEO

34% positive business outlook

FDM Group has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 3,949 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The FDM Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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4K reviews
5.0
Jul 19, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

- Fun vibrant atmosphere - FDM gives people a chance that don't have any experience, but have the raw talent and skills. I came to FDM straight from University and it was a brilliant way to get my foot in the door at an expanding international organization. - Professional working environment and friendly work colleagues - Every day is different and dynamic - Great office space in Wall Street. I actually have a view of the statue of liberty from where I sit - Senior management value your opinons and you actually get to meet and interact with them - Social activities - Boat parties, pizzas in the office - International opportunites - Technical trainers in the NY office are of top quality - They really know their stuff!! - This is the only job I have every really enjoyed and I think this is down to the company culture and positve attitude of the people working at FDM

Cons

FDM does not just hand it to you on a plate. To be successful you need to be willing to work hard and take the opportunity seriously. However, success is rewarded and if you show that you have what it takes there is fantastic career progression. Also serious $$$ in years to come. You need to ok with starting at the bottom and working your way up the ladder.

3.0
Jul 15, 2012

Dissatisfied overall, but a valuable experience

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Easy to get in. A taste of professional working environment. Start-up level IT training. Prospects in working in major financial institutions.

Cons

Could take up to 6 months(or more) before landing on a job since started. Underpayed. Equivalent job in an investment bank pays 75%- 100% more than FDM. Training is basic. Some trainers are trained to train(There are trainer trainees). No control over career path. The prospects of getting placed entirely depends on the work of sales. I.E. You have little chance on getting a job if sales are not performing, even if you are technically proficient. Outrageous "Sign-off" process. FDM deliberately slows the Sign-off to keep you from leaving the company.

1.0
Jun 20, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Not many pros here. Maybe parties, but who cares when you are under paid.

Cons

No overtime pay Paid on a monthly basis Paid way below market rate No pension plans or benefit programs Lack of respect displayed by co-workers and management

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