Good place to start, then move elsewhere - Investment Banking Analyst Barclays Employee Review

3.0
10 Sept 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good training, facilities and infrastructure Decent in terms of exit opportunities but not the best Can make it a long way if you buy into the culture

Cons

Not good for career advancement Pays below the street at the junior to mid levels Managers not always interested in career advancement of others

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5.0
22 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Chill and work life balance

Cons

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4.0
22 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Work Life balance, 5 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, friendly atmosphere, Great campus and facilities,

Cons

Pay and Bonus can be higher and on par with competitors. High loyalty tax. Low merit increases and bonus. Competitive but Loyal Long-term employees get demotivated and tend to quite quit.

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