First Merchants reviews

3.5

60% would recommend to a friend

(42 total reviews)
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Mark K. Hardwick

71% approve of CEO

57% positive business outlook

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1.0
Jun 14, 2025

RUN AWAY

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Pros

Absolutely nothing is good about this employer.

Cons

DEI Overload: DEI initiatives are excessively prioritized to the detriment of performance and fairness. I’ve personally witnessed high-performing employees being let go under the guise of these policies. • No Internal Promotion: Promotions rarely go to internal candidates, no matter their qualifications or track record. Leadership consistently hires from outside, crushing morale and motivation. • Leadership is Absent: Executive leadership is virtually invisible and provides no real support. Strategy seems nonexistent, and employee feedback falls on deaf ears. • Toxic Sales Culture: The bank is bleeding deposits, and the only “solution” is to push staff to make more calls—quantity over quality—which damages both employee morale and client relationships. • Rampant Micromanagement: The level of micromanagement is beyond unreasonable. Salaried, remote employees are required to schedule their lunches on calendars—this speaks volumes about the lack of trust and professionalism. • Technology is LIGHTYEARS behind other institutions. Outdated, slow, and clunky processes make your job virtually impossible. • Raises are Insulting: After receiving an “Outstanding” on my performance review, I was given a meager 2% raise. There is clearly no real reward for going above and beyond. • No Value for Top Performers: The hardest-working, highest-producing employees are overlooked and undervalued. It’s demoralizing.

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First Merchants Response
1mo
Thank you for your feedback. As a current employee, we would encourage you to reach out to your Human Resources Business Partner regarding your concerns so we can be helpful in resolutions.
1.0
Jan 26, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Fairly good paid time off

Cons

They micromanage their employees and make you feel like they are just waiting for a mistake so they can pounce on it. Overall, a poisonous culture. Also, the health insurance is horrible.

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First Merchants Response
1y
Thank you for the time you spent as part of the FMB team! We appreciate your feedback and wish you the best in future endeavors.
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