Pros
I recently joined the firm after spending four and a half years at another wealth management firm. Given my service time and experience, I was hesitant to make a switch, but First Republic offered a litany of opportunities that my former employer did not. I worked closely with Drew Didriksen and Melinda Cramer throughout the entirety of the interview process (~1.5-2 months in all), and both could not have been more responsive and helpful during the process. Drew and Melinda were particularly accommodating when it came to scheduling subsequent interviews around my work schedule, which enabled me to pursue a new career opportunity without worsening my standing at my (now) former employer. I cannot thank them, and the bank itself, for making the transition as seamless as possible for me.
Cons
At no fault of their own, the internal systems and applications utilized by the bank differ greatly from my previous employer, which have taken some getting used to.