Flat structure, exposure to senior management and interesting projects - SVP Risk Management Jefferies Employee Review

4.0
Aug 14, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Flat structure Exposure to senior management Challenging projects Working with smart people

Cons

Compensation for support functions is lower compared to larger IBs Promotions (for support functions) are mostly based on who you know and how much you hustle rather than hard results and accomplishments

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5.0
May 28, 2026
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Pros

Lots of deal flow. Chance to learn a lot

Cons

Working hours are expected to be long. Competition

3.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive firm-wide culture; competitive pay; surrounded by some of the smartest people you'll ever meet.

Cons

Like most banking jobs, incredibly long hours. Group specific: culture can be poor / not well supported, poor organization / staffing at group level.

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