There is still some good work to be done, benefits are good, government like job makes it an excellent choice for life-work balance.
Cons
Too many DEI hires. The CEO should be used as a DEI hire whole model poster child.
The hard focus on optics has lead to the death of Wellington's culture, morale is at an all time low, yet management doesn't know what to do.
The latest move to push for voluntary leave is the cardinal in the coal mine.
Flat hierachy, people are willing to teach
Broad exposure and access to investment resources and mentorship
Cons
slow progression - BA program is 3 years which is longer than average promotion cycle
pay is less competitive vs peers. what you would get in return is better benefits / price of expsosure to a global buyside shop
Flexible WLB, wonderful people, generous benefits and profit share
Cons
Training at the junior level is sparse and not very effective, need to find your own way, not a ton of development opportunities unless you are on the right team with the right people. Politics are clandestine (as if they don't exist, but they do).
Many leavers in the recent months following the layoff last year. Management seems to be consolidating books and as a result, we see many Partners retiring. The highly valued Culture of the firm is almost non-existent now.