Lots of smart people, but management is disorganized and does not communicate well - Director Barclays Employee Review

2.0
Jan 23, 2010
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Growing amount of opportunity. Barclays Capital is looking to grow quite a bit in the next few years.

Cons

Management fundamentally misunderstands its workforce. Many policies and decisions send a message that employees are units of labor and not professionals. Employees are treated with little respect.

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5.0
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Pros

great culture and people. good experience

Cons

outdated technology and systems are slow

4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Business Outlook

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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