BECU reviews

3.0

40% would recommend to a friend

(700 total reviews)
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Beverly Anderson

48% approve of CEO

37% positive business outlook

BECU has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 700 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The BECU employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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700 reviews
1.0
Nov 18, 2025

Worst place ever to work

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Pros

The pay was very good.

Cons

No direction on what needed to be accomplished. Very hostile management that didn’t really want to hear your point of view. Nobody knew their line of business well enough to communicate or anticipate project requirements. Insufficient systems to meet business needs. Everyday felt like it might be your last.

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BECU Response
7mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. We appreciate your honesty and the thought you’ve put into outlining both what worked well and what didn’t during your experience. It’s good to hear that you found the pay competitive — compensation is an important part of feeling valued, and we’re glad that aspect met your expectations. Your advice to leadership — to clarify goals, strengthen strategy, and provide consistent direction — is well taken. While change and growth can be complex, ensuring employees understand the “why” and “how” behind decisions is essential to maintaining trust and alignment. Thank you again for sharing your experience. Even when perspectives differ, your feedback helps identify areas where greater clarity, stability, and collaboration can strengthen the organization moving forward.
2.0
Sep 3, 2025
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Pros

The pay was great for managers or a high level SR more pay than most CUs in the Seattle area

Cons

I had a stroke about 5 months into my time at BECU I didn’t have enough time to be placed on any medical leave FMLA or any other form of leave . I let my manager know that I had a stroke and my performance was struggle until I can be on leave . Durring that time I was placed on a PIP I was told by a director in operation just take unpaid leave and stay at home . I was in shock most people live pay check to pay check but a director of operations telling me that really shocked me .

1.0
May 24, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

The culture seems to still hold in 2025 to put members first, but it starts to show signs to yield to VP and above level pressure to produce more members and more sales and profit.

Cons

There is a huge push to get to x numbers of memberships in 3 years, and it feels aggressive. It has not fixed its problems with many outdated systems. It tries to do two costly things at a time- increase incredible amounts of new members by opening too many new locations and updating its systems, stressing all levels out, and reducing incentives to compensate for high costs of tech innovation and sudden increase in VPs and above.

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BECU Response
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Thank you for sharing your honest and detailed feedback. It’s clear that you care deeply about the culture and mission of the organization, and we greatly value your insights as we strive to continuously improve. It’s encouraging to hear that even in 2025, the culture of prioritizing members remains strong. That commitment has been a cornerstone of our values, and we recognize how vital it is to preserve that focus, especially during times of growth and change. However, we understand your concerns regarding the aggressive push for membership growth and the simultaneous demands of system upgrades and expansion. Balancing these priorities is challenging, and we recognize the strain it can place on employees across all levels. It’s disheartening to hear that this has led to stress and reduced incentives, and we acknowledge that this is an area where we need to do better. Your observations about transparency in decision-making and the top-heavy structure are deeply important. It’s critical that employees feel they understand how and why major decisions are made, and that leadership demonstrates accountability and clear communication. The concerns about retail coverage and the perceived imbalance in leadership roles versus front-line support highlight an opportunity to reevaluate resource allocation to ensure that all teams feel supported and valued. Your advice to reduce the number of high-level roles and increase compensation for lower levels is appreciated. Equitable pay and meaningful investment in front-line teams are vital to maintaining morale and fostering a culture of respect and appreciation. Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. Your feedback is a reminder of the importance of aligning our growth strategies with the values that have defined us. We are committed to listening, learning, and making changes that will better support our employees and honor our mission.
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