Nice office but outdated and micromanaged work culture - Anonymous employee Arbuthnot Latham Employee Review

I like the environment and how the bank operates. It’s very hands-on and you’re expected to take ownership, which suits how I like to work. I’ve worked in similar environments before and generally prefer it to the hierarchy you get at big banks. I've found that the leaders across the business I deal with are approachable, accessible, and welcoming of good debate. I’ve always felt comfortable being myself at work. Work/life balance has also been good. I’m a bit of a workaholic, but I’ve never felt pressure to be online outside normal hours which are typically 9-5. Recently I went through a promotion process and felt it was handled well. Like any interview process there were nerves involved, but I felt supported by my line manager throughout. The process itself was pretty standard compared to elsewhere I’ve worked... competency interview with two senior leaders and a presentation to an ExCo member. Given the size of the bank, there isn’t always a completely defined progression path, but in my exprience with the bank growing there are good opportunities for people who are proactive about their development.

As with any smaller banks growing quickly, there are growing pains, but nothing I haven’t seen elsewhere in similar environments. Personally I’d rather be somewhere like AL that is growing vs the alternative!

Good opportunities for development for career progression

The four day week is not idea