Disappointing; Holistic exposure to the invest mgt. industry but limited career opps, incompetent mgt and low comp
Pros
- Well rounded exposure to the investment mgt industry including various asset classes, investment products, diverse investor universe and varying investment strategies/objectives - Decent knowledge sharing across different investment teams - Flat organization with numerous formal and informal networks and accesible senior management - Good work/life balance
Cons
Where to begin! - Overall firm strategy is aligned to be the biggest...not the most competent or profitable - Varying degrees of expertise and competence across different investment teams in fixed income, equity and alternatives - Lack of integration between various teams/offices thereby leading to a very inconsistent team culture - Bottom of the industry compensation and terrible benefits package - Lack of operational policies, upward mobility and career opportunities