Merrill Lynch – “Analyst / Associates at IBD Merrill Lynch treated like disposable resources”

Pros

- High level client projects
- Intelligent colleagues
- International exposure
- Leader in many aspects of Investment Banking
- Excellent facilities

Cons

- Work / Life Balance
- Low pay compared to peers
- No internal mobility
- Lack of client contact at junior levels

Advice to Senior Management

- More transparency when it comes to bonus and reviews
- Greater flexibility on work / life balance as allows
- Greater focus on training and internal mobility to retain talented junior staff