politics at the coal face - Developer Barclays Employee Review

1.0
Oct 7, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Good technology, fast moving and challenging. Well paid.

Cons

Stressful, competitive. Lack of management support. No training, little interest in career development. Long hours. Every man for himself. Not collaborative.

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5.0
Feb 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

great culture and people. good experience

Cons

outdated technology and systems are slow

4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

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

Cons

Pay and Bonus can be higher and on par with competitors. High loyalty tax. Low merit increases and bonus. Competitive but Loyal Long-term employees get demotivated and tend to quite quit.

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