Good work and personal life balance - Anonymous employee Barclays Employee Review

2.0
Jun 3, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible working hours including working from home Nice people with high tolerance of mistakes Fair pay and benefits considering the work load

Cons

Move relatively slow due to complicated processes. Could feel trapped in circle of approvals and get nothing done. Need some serious ways of measuring performance.

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Pros

Work Life balance, 5 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, friendly atmosphere, Great campus and facilities,

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