Is Citadel a good company to work for?

Citadel has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 983 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 3% over the last 12 months. 70% of employees would recommend working at Citadel to a friend and 80% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Citadel have been left by employees working as Quantitative Analyst , Trader and Senior Software Engineer .

Does Citadel pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Citadel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Citadel. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Citadel?

70% of Citadel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Citadel 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Citadel?

Software Engineer (98) , Analyst (50) , Quantitative Researcher (42) , Associate (25) , Senior Software Engineer (21) , Recruiting Coordinator (18) , Trader (16) , Quantitative Analyst (15) , Software Developer (14) , Intern (13) , Quantitative Developer (12) , Quant Researcher (9) , Portfolio Manager (8) , Financial Analyst (7) , Investment Analyst (7)

What are the pros of working at Citadel according to real employee reviews?

"People are smart and nice." ((in 98 reviews)); "pay is good and in cash" ((in 84 reviews)); "good benefits such as hotel and merhc" ((in 70 reviews)); "Salary is great i.e compensation is very generous" ((in 39 reviews)); "Some smart colleagues." ((in 35 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Citadel according to real employee reviews?

"Stressful sometimes and long hours" ((in 59 reviews)); "No work/life balance and a very cut" ((in 53 reviews)); "Poor management." ((in 33 reviews)); "Long hours are expected of you" ((in 11 reviews)); "2. Solid performers are let go while abusive managers who don't have a clue are kept in the firm." ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about Citadel layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Citadel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Citadel in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Citadel locations?

New York , Chicago , San Francisco , Miami , Greenwich , Houston , Dallas , Los Angeles , Salt Lake City , Elgin , Bourbonnais , Bronx , Lake Nebagamon , Mesa , Lansing , Jacksonville , Minneapolis , Chino , Ukiah , Lebanon , Sac City , Lake Charles , New Orleans , Seattle , Chester Springs , Exton , Harleysville , Honey Brook , Jacksonville , Orlando

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4.0

70% would recommend to a friend

(763 total reviews)

Ken Griffin

84% approve of CEO

80% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.6

Compensation and benefits

4.0

Career opportunities

3.7

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Senior management

3.0

Work/Life balance

Citadel has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 763 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Citadel 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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763 reviews

4.0

Jul 7, 2010

Demanding and Rewarding

Database administrator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent benefits package and salary. Meals are covered. Provides back-up daycare. Can work from home with prior approval. It can be a very good asset on a resume.

Cons

Most employees work well over 40 hours per week. The stress factor is high as Citadel lays off the bottom 10 percent every one to two years. Most emplyees are the best at what they do, but it isn't always recognized by management.

4.0

Jul 5, 2010

Overall a good experience on your career track

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Solid reputation, good name on the resume. There is possibility of taking on good responsibility if you are a go-getter. Very good benefits and compensation.

Cons

No clear career growth potential or encouragement/push from managers. Learn as much as you can on your own.

4.0

Mar 16, 2010

Good place to work if you are young and have graduated in the last couple of years.

Quantitative research analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent compensation and benefits Learning and Development IT support Chicago - personal view but much better than New York

Cons

Very poor job security Poor work life balance No loyalty to employees

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