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3.0
Oct 11, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Lot of information on different financial markets. Strong company values. Customers are always first Strong culture on training Steady promotions at the junior level

Cons

Diificult to grow here from a career perspective Too many internal businesses competing with each other for the same client assets. Promotions at higher levels are more driven by politics and whom you know

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Cons

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