Vanguard reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(6,296 total reviews)

Salim Ramji

75% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Vanguard has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 6,296 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Vanguard employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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6K reviews
4.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

Strong mission and values — The client-first philosophy creates a sense of purpose and long-term focus. 2. Excellent training and development — Employees receive substantial onboarding, coaching, and career development opportunities. 3. Collaborative culture — Teams generally work well together and are willing to support one another. 4. Competitive benefits — Strong retirement, healthcare, and time-off benefits compared to many employers. 5. Stability and reputation — Well-respected industry leader with a strong brand and long-term business outlook.

Cons

Slow decision-making — Large organizational structures can make changes and approvals take longer than expected. 2. Heavy process and compliance requirements — Necessary for the industry, but can sometimes limit agility and innovation. 3. Career progression can be competitive — Advancement opportunities may depend on timing and organizational needs. 4. Workload fluctuations — Peak periods, major initiatives, and organizational changes can create increased pressure. 5. Frequent change initiatives — Reorganizations, new priorities, and evolving processes can lead to change fatigue.

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