William Blair Reviews
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Approve of CEO
John R. Ettelson
104 Ratings
Pros
"Great culture and great leadership" (in 21 reviews)
"good work with new technologies and good work-life balance" (in 13 reviews)
Cons
"Working with Investment Banking was challenging" (in 9 reviews)
"Similar to other investment banking hours, long hours" (in 8 reviews)
Pros & Cons are excerpts from user reviews. They are not authored by Glassdoor.
- Featured ReviewHelpful (1)
"Investment Banking at WB"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
Positive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at William Blair full-time for more than a year
Pros
Strong, dedicated team members that go the extra mile for their clients. Great fit for individuals who seek challenging opportunities that result in meaningful professional growth.
Cons
As seen across the Investment Banking industry, the expectation at WB is high. Long, hardworking hours is the nature of the job and the firm.
Thank you for your valuable perspective and for taking the time to provide us with feedback. Your input is appreciated.
Pros
Very collaborative, employee first culture; very protective of junior resources, professional growth and development
Cons
Lots of decision influencers and internal coordination needed
Pros
The people are amazing and so great work
Cons
Can be tough if you don’t like going the extra mile!
"IB VP"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at William Blair full-time for more than 8 years
Pros
Great work culture and compensation
Cons
Name brand can get overlooked
"Great experience"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at William Blair full-time for more than a year
Pros
work life balance is good
Cons
management could improve employee investment
Continue readingPros
Experience has been great at Blair
Cons
No cons for working here
"Great place to work!"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at William Blair full-time
Pros
Work with smart, personable colleagues on challenging and rewarding projects.
Cons
Occasionally long and unpredictable hours.
"Toxic working environment"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo Opinion of CEOI worked at William Blair full-time for less than a year
Pros
Learning opportunities available if you keen to learn
Cons
Unhealthy company culture, while the coworkers tend to be hostile
Continue readingPros
Good experience especially in tech group
Cons
-You work a lot -High attrition
"Great place to work"
- Work/Life Balance★★★★★
- Culture & Values★★★★★
- Diversity & Inclusion★★★★★
- Career Opportunities★★★★★
- Compensation and Benefits★★★★★
- Senior Management★★★★★
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at William Blair full-time for more than a year
Pros
WB definitely wants to see its employees succeed and they give you all the tools and support to do so
Cons
Compensation could be a trade off in early years
Continue readingWilliam Blair Response
December 8, 2020 – Culture & Talent
Thank you for your feedback. We are please that you had a good experience and wish you much success in your future endeavors.
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William Blair Response
November 24, 2020 – Culture & Talent