Lot of hype around the brand, little to show for it once you are inside. - Manager Finance American Express Employee Review

3.0
Dec 5, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Apparently a good brand name to have on your resume In general people are nice and have good pedigree Group leaders are, in general, very nice and do understand employee's issues including concerns around career progression and salaries Somewhat fun culture. Very good company to work for if you are a second earner and want to coast.

Cons

Below (read way below) average salaries and benefits Medical benefits are extremely bad Hard to get promoted - only way is to post for a new position in the group or outside, which is open to everyone to post for. Just doing your job very well does't lead to progression in salary or title. Very employee-band concious, which level VP can talk to which level VP etc. Very heirachical, it takes a long time to make a decision- even VP level employees have little power

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5.0
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Pros

Great employee benefits such as annual bonus, PTO, 401K

Cons

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5.0
Nov 26, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

They have fantastic pay for the position you're in, and they teach you interesting and engaging utility of modern technology mixed with legacy fundamentals. I've learned quite a bit while AmEx while getting paid more than fairly - I'd recommend a stretch here to whomever may be reading this!

Cons

The Company is huge, and at times it may take more than a little time to get recognized for your abilities and the growth you've had. There's a reason there is a "only way up is out" reputation exists for some enterprise companies...

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