2.0
27 Feb 2009
Current employee
New York, NY
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Although the reputation is awful, and it is very beauracratic, there is some great human capital at the firm. You will have access to innovative products and extensive research, both funamental and technical.
Cons
seemingly impossible for most people to advance to "front office" roles. specifically in Smith Barney, most financial advisors do not add value for their clients. in a tough market environment, this has become very evident. management and advisors focus solely on sales, and not enough on knowledge and market savvy. to call many of them "used car salesman" would be a fair assesment. also will not pay for graduate level education or certifications like the CFA.