Good money, lack of life - Assistant Vice-President Barclays Employee Review

3.0
27 Feb 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- money is good (basic salary) - people are very nice - responsibility is given to you

Cons

- life-work balance - work long hours - no gym membership benefits - AXA health care not BUPA - stock purchase plan limited to only 1,500 pounds per year (too little)

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
22 Jun 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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