Pros
1. Amazing learnings!
If you're interested in learning new things in the Managed Accounts space, Risk analytics, NAV oversight and Guidelines monitoring you are in the right place! you will get all round experience. you will learn lots of things in just a year that otherwise you would ve learnt in 5 or 6 years in other MNCs.
2. Brilliant coworkers!
the people whom you work with are all probably CFAs, CAs and FRMs, or CAIAs so you will learn a lot from them.
3. No Hierarchy!
People are friendly. There is open door policy. You can openly raise work related issues with no regards to the hierarchy which is amazing! (but not sure if any action will be taken :( )
Cons
1. No Recognition :(
Unfortunately there is a disconnect in the effort estimation in the minds of the senior management. They dont appreciate verbally or financially the employees efforts.
2. Intense work pressure :(
The work is very dynamic. This can be a good thing since you wont get bored. the work is dynamic because the service offerings to all clients are customised, but the work pressure is always high. And in wfh scenario its over the top. Even if you dont mind dedicating your 12-16+ hrs per day to work, the fact that it goes unnoticed can really unnerve you and cause severe mental problems.
3. Unrealistic expectations :(
The management has unrealistic expectations from the employees. They're cutting costs on employee recognitions and are hiring freshers for complex job roles that require years of experience and solid qualification. :(
I worked close to 4 years here. After two years the top management completely changed. That was when things took a turn for the worst. The previous management was close to perfect and very inspiring. Its honestly sad to see where the company is heading culture wise.