wealth management at Citi does not bode well for internal transfers. - Registered Associate Citi Employee Review

2.0
Feb 27, 2009
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Pros

Although the reputation is awful, and it is very beauracratic, there is some great human capital at the firm. You will have access to innovative products and extensive research, both funamental and technical.

Cons

seemingly impossible for most people to advance to "front office" roles. specifically in Smith Barney, most financial advisors do not add value for their clients. in a tough market environment, this has become very evident. management and advisors focus solely on sales, and not enough on knowledge and market savvy. to call many of them "used car salesman" would be a fair assesment. also will not pay for graduate level education or certifications like the CFA.

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5.0
Jan 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, nice campus, on-site cafeteria with many options, on-site gym (fee is approx $15/mo). Nice/newly renovated buildings, with nice amenitites (break room, jump in/out offices for privacy). In general, work-life balance was good, especially being able to work remotely (additionally) as needed.

Cons

They tend to do re-orgs fairly often (every 1.5 years or so), so it can be hard to get promoted within your current role, you should plan on applying for other roles within the firm, at the level you are looking to be promoted to. Must work in office at least 3 days/week starting in 2026, used to be 2 days a week from 2021-2025. Which means parking will be crowded if you don't get there by 9am. Work stations are not reserved, so if you don't get there early enough and if you don't have a co-worker saving you a spot, you might not find a seat in your work area very easily.

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3.0
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits and work/life balance if you're on the right team.

Cons

Having a bad manager dictates everything about your job. You will see no upward mobility or compensation improvement if you are under a poor manager.

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