Not a meritocracy despite propaganda - Senior Business Analyst Citi Employee Review

1.0
7 May 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible work schedules. Opportunities to relocate globally. Good pension scheme. If you're an outgoing person who would like to get involved in the many networking schemes you'll go far.

Cons

Claims to be a meritocracy but does not promote on merit - it's who you know, and who knows you. Also claims to embrace diversity and inclusivity but only if you fit the right profile...introverts need not apply...

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

Hybrid schedule, supportive managers, opportunities

Cons

Once you’re in, comp basically plateaus. Layoffs are happening across the board, which tends to be the full-time culture of citi. The vibe is very much “run lean” until something actually breaks, and only then consider adding headcount. You have to be intentional about protecting your work-life balance, because the implicit expectation is that you’re always on—24/7, 365—without the support of a properly staffed team.

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