Fraught with politics - Human Resources Business Partner American Express Employee Review

1.0
13 Jun 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Generally touts good work life balance and this is overall the case, however can vary by direct manager. Decent cafeteria.

Cons

Politics and optics are key to success here, rather than actually making substantive impact. Slow moving and lots of red tape making the experience untransparent and frustrating at times. People feel uncomfortable giving feedback because the culture isn't set up for it, resulting in a lot of passive aggressive comments and gossiping in the workplace that get cycled back to you.

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5.0
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CEO approval
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Pros

Uncapped commission. Hybrid Work Great Company

Cons

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5.0
26 Nov 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

They have fantastic pay for the position you're in, and they teach you interesting and engaging utility of modern technology mixed with legacy fundamentals. I've learned quite a bit while AmEx while getting paid more than fairly - I'd recommend a stretch here to whomever may be reading this!

Cons

The Company is huge, and at times it may take more than a little time to get recognized for your abilities and the growth you've had. There's a reason there is a "only way up is out" reputation exists for some enterprise companies...

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