Tread lightly - Security Analyst Citi Employee Review

2.0
12 Mar 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Im not sure what the best reason to work for citi is. It used to be a respected name in banking but that is not the case anymore. I would stay away for now and hope they can dig out of the hole they are in.

Cons

It used to be a good name but current market conditions have changed. I originally felt that there was plenty of room for advancement but they seem to hire senior management from outside and are very reluctant to promote from within.Senior management has been telling us we were well capitalized for over a year however we continue to need bailout money.

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5.0
19 Jan 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
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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