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

2.0
27 Feb 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
13 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pretty decent benefits , but your exp is based on your team, and the lunch is pretty good

Cons

workload is pretty intense and with ai expect development to be rapid.

3.0
29 Jun 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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