Laid back pace. Good to cruise along, but very challenging to grow. - Senior Marketing Manager American Express Employee Review

3.0
Apr 28, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work-life balance. Pretty stable in marketing roles. A lot of perks in kind, events, and activities.

Cons

Even after close to a decade at the same band level, high ratings, and managing very large projects, finding vertical growth has been painful. Leadership qualities are defined per a preconceived mould. You either fit into it or you don’t. There’s no grey area in between where people are promoted for their skills, talent, experience, and expertise. Too hierarchical, leaders are laid back, they promote those whom they know or have a relationship with. Diversity is non existent in certain functional areas. Promotions for for Gen X and baby boomers in middle management are non existent.

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Pros

Great people Room for advancement

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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