Hands down the best Investment Bank to work for.... - Sales Single Dealer Platform Barclays Employee Review

5.0
Nov 2, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Friendly welcoming people (helped by the "no jerk" policy)! Emphasis on teamwork - only looking out for yourself is not accepted. Completely different atmosphere to the investment banks where I have worked previously - no hire and fire! Fantastic graduate development programme and ongoing learning schemes. They emphasise a balance between work and family life and the compensation/benefits package is almost best on the street! London Graduate salaries in particular. Ability to work abroad and move roles is an added benefit.

Cons

Only recently considered to be a top tier investment house. Has grown so quickly that the back office/infrastructure occasionally struggles to keep up.

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great company with diversified business. Great benefits

Cons

Hard to get promoted but patience pays off.

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4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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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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