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Emmanuel Roman
30 Ratings
Pros
"Lot's of smart people to work with" (in 27 reviews)
"Work-life balance is reasonable" (in 8 reviews)
Cons
"Not much work life balance as far as wfh" (in 28 reviews)
"no work life balance, understaffed" (in 9 reviews)
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"Software Engineer"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Exceptional coworkers and management teams, much to learn from both
Equipment and technology is top notch and leading edge
Great feeling of teamwork and comradery
Projects are both exciting and challengingCons
Seems to be more and more focus on development in Austin and unfortunately, I’m in Newport Beach
PIMCO 2018-09-10 18:07 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Perspective from an infrastructure team (non-investment)"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
PIMCO is a high performing and collaborative culture. The professionals here are among the very brightest in the industry and some of the nicest investment professionals I've had the pleasure of working with (20+ years in asset management).
PIMCO is lean shop so employees have a high degree of responsibility and there is ample opportunity to take on additional projects to broaden one's experience. Being lean also provides opportunity to have one's work be visible (great for those who want visibility and to be recognized).
There is a new CTO so there a healthy emphasis on technology. Growth in technology goes beyond quant and data science (every asset manager growing on these fronts) and includes technology infrastructure which is unique relative to PIMCOs competitors.Cons
The downside of being lean can mean for some longer than normal hours. As long as one is aware of this it shouldn't be a problem but if one is expecting to be in at 9:00 and out a 5:00 he/she is going to be disappointed.
Advice to Management
Keep up the positive momentum seen in the last few years (2016+).
PIMCO 2018-09-07 06:45 PDTHelpful (2)
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"Incredible place to work, if you enjoy being challenged to grow and stretch daily. Not for the weak or entitled."
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 8 years)
Pros
You will be challenged. You will grow. You will be stronger and smarter because you work at PIMCO.
If you have the vision and drive to insert yourself and dedicate time and effort, you can make an impact and have a positive influence.
The culture is focused around productivity, efficiency and team. Certainly not everyone is going to see eye to eye all the time, however, there is room for discussion and your voice will be heard.
PIMCO invests in continuing education and talent development to retain and give employees the tools to flourish.
Management is genuine, has a strategic vision and communicates effectively.
One of the best positions of my career.Cons
Work/Life balance. The firm has always run lean and at times the work load can be challenging, requiring long hours or work on the weekend.
Advice to Management
Continue to strategically hire to relieve those that are overloaded.
PIMCO 2018-08-30 18:22 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Sales Desk in Austin"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Lots of opportunity for advancement especially in Austin as the office grows. Considerable exposure to industry experts and sophisticated market analysis. The Sales Team with US Global Wealth Management has some of the most rapid AUM growth in the industry. Fun group to be a part of.
Cons
Nothing to report, it is definitely a culture where people work hard and deliver a high level of performance.
PIMCO 2018-09-04 09:57 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Review"
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Pros
Smart colleagues, good benefit system
Cons
Early start, can be bureaucratic
PIMCO 2018-09-17 21:02 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Associate"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOPros
Great place to work, grow, and excel.
Cons
low ceiling unless you attend an IV school and become a portfolio maanger
PIMCO 2018-08-28 15:07 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Challenging work environment"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at PIMCO full-time
Pros
Uniquely challenging and intense environment
Cons
Complicated corporate structure with unclear growth potential
PIMCO 2018-08-23 15:07 PDTHelpful (1)
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"no benefits"
StarStarStarStarStarDoesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO (More than a year)
Pros
Newport beach is a great location.
Cons
PIMCO has their assistants start as temps so you don't receive health benefits until around 6 months. Considering most assistants are females this seems fairly discriminatory and and ugly practice for a finance company. Wages are not even market value.
PIMCO 2018-09-10 16:27 PDTHelpful (3)
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"Depends on the group and location"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at PIMCO full-time (More than 8 years)
Pros
Brand recognition
Exposure to macro economic research and thought leadership
Developing investment skills
Market insights
Exposure to a broad range of investment productsCons
Difficult to get promoted and gain additional responsibilities
Professional development is limitedAdvice to Management
Focus on the culture, accurate attribution of results and professional development
PIMCO 2018-07-24 20:15 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Great place to work and learn"
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Great work. Very day is challenging.
Lot of exposure to technologyCons
Nothing as such. Location is not great.
PIMCO 2018-06-24 23:58 PDT
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