IMF; Nice place to work but dismal promotion prospects - Senior Economist IMF Employee Review

3.0
Dec 22, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

International experience, prestigious international organization, wide experience on diverse economic issues, excellent compensation package, excellent retirement and health benefits, excellent work-life balance.

Cons

Very slow upward mobility, internal politics, non-transparent promotion policies, favoritism, lack of impartial administrative channels to redress of employment related complaints. Management must find ways to promote career development (which does not necessarily mean granting more promotions).

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5.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I've been working here for about two years now. They're good people, trying to do good work.

Cons

Very low maturity in product, tech, and UX. Extremely hierarchical, to the point where it's obstructive -- but hey, that's what you get with places like these.

4.0
Jul 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good platform and exposure to macroeconomic policy

Cons

little mobility as an RA

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