Banking Circle Reviews

3.4

38% would recommend to a friend

(75 total reviews)

41% positive business outlook

Banking Circle has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 75 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Banking Circle employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finance industry (3.7 stars).

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75 reviews
1.0
29 Sept 2024
Recommend
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Pros

You will become a master at bootlicking! You can pretend to be Danish and cruise thorough your career! Free cupcakes after 2 years of hard work!

Cons

Absolutely toxic culture and people. senior management shout and bully people to get what they want, while dreaming they are running a listed company (i doubt it will ever happen…) Middle management are useless with no influence. Any one with a chief, GM director or Head title is essentially an overinflated lackey to the board Total absence of structure and process There are no proper ways of doing things as many other reviews have said…funny thing for a “licenced bank” at this age Lousy culture and strategy…mostly because we are led by lousy leadership. No roadmap or plans ahead for the business, everyone just waits around waiting for something to happen. Many are starting to leave because we realize we are being cheated

2.0
7 Aug 2024
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Pros

What can I say? Working at this company has been an unforgettable journey, filled with delightful surprises and the kind of challenges that really test your patience and creativity! Pros: - Work-Life Balance: If you love the thrill of juggling multiple tasks while trying to maintain a semblance of personal life, you'll fit right in. The flexibility here is unmatched — especially if you're a master at working late nights and weekends. - Compensation and Benefits: The salary is competitive, which is great because you'll need it to cope with the varied and unique challenges of the workplace. And the benefits? Well, they're just as good as at any other company - if your pre-IPO incentive stock options are ever worth anything at all. - Culture and Values: This company prides itself on inclusivity and innovation. It's truly inspiring to see how they encourage everyone to share their ideas - unless, of course, you're a seasoned domain expert with a different opinion. You might find yourself creatively assigned to some delightful busywork! - Professional Development: Opportunities for growth are abundant! Just be prepared to watch as some Teflon coated employees coast along, seemingly immune to the consequences of their lacklustre performance. It's a real treat to see them thrive while others hustle for recognition. - Embrace the Unknown: Our project planning is more of a suggestion than a road map. Who needs requirements when you can code first and ask questions later? - Continuous Deployment Roulette: Often we deploy multiple times a day because, honestly, who doesn't love a good surprise in Production?

Cons

Cons: - Middle Management and Team Leads: Ah, the Middle Management! They really know how to keep things interesting. Their unique approach to leadership often leaves teams wondering, if they're on the right track - if only we could find that track! Their "mushroom management" style is particularly noteworthy; you'll be kept in the dark and periodically fed manure, ensuring you never quite know what's going on. And if you dare to raise your head and question things? Well, let's just say they're quick with the metaphorical chopping block. It's a thrilling game of "speak up and duck"! - Proximity Bias: It's fascinating how the company seems to have a special fondness for Danish employees, particularly former Saxo Bank staff. It's almost like they have a secret club! If you're not Danish or an ex-Saxo Banker, don't worry: you'll just have to work a little harder to get noticed. - Sacred Cows: It's impressive how some people can do no wrong, no matter how poorly they perform. It's a great lesson in loyalty - just not the kind you'd expect in a performance-driven environment. - Test in Production: Why waste time on extensive testing when our clients' transactions can reveal any issues? Every deployment is an adventure! - Documentation is overrated: We believe in the power of tribal knowledge. If it's not in someone's head, is it really worth knowing?

1.0
1 July 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Content and topics of project work was good.

Cons

During my time at Banking Circle, I experienced a deeply troubling and disheartening work environment characterized by a toxic and negative culture. The company exhibited systemic cultural issues that seemed to permeate every aspect of its operations. One glaring problem was the complete lack of HR and management support, leaving employees vulnerable and unsupported. Continuous bullying of employees was the norm, creating an atmosphere of fear and anxiety. It was deeply disappointing to witness the disregard for the well-being and growth of the workforce. Overall, my experience at Banking Circle was marred by the pervasive negativity and absence of any meaningful efforts to address these grave issues.

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