Pros
Cowen Partners has CEOs and Founders who genuinely care about your growth and success. It’s a small company that values ideas, encourages innovation, and is open to implementing new processes. The entrepreneurial environment allows you to wear multiple hats, which creates tremendous opportunities for professional development and career growth. There’s a lot of room to learn, take on responsibility early, and get promoted based on performance. The culture is strong and continues to grow. Compensation is competitive, hours are flexible, and the firm has a great reputation in the industry. It’s also a helpful place to gain exposure to new industries and build a versatile skill set.
Cons
Because the company is still small and nimble, there isn’t much formal onboarding or process structure in place. You need to be self-motivated and responsible for driving your own work. Things move quickly, and you’re expected to dive right in. The workload can be high, but if you’re willing to put in the effort, you will succeed. Culture is still building but it is what you make it.