The most toxic firm I have had the misfortune of working at - Investment Banking Analyst Jefferies Employee Review

1.0
13 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is unmatched. 1 bonus was enough to buy a decent car (in addition to the high fixed). I didn't last long enough to get a 2nd one Learning is good

Cons

Toxic culture Horrible work hours (7 days working, 80-90h a week) Extremely unadjusting seniors

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5.0
19 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Meritocracy, good culture and work life balance

Cons

Politics and transparency from senior management

3.0
16 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Supportive firm-wide culture; competitive pay; surrounded by some of the smartest people you'll ever meet.

Cons

Like most banking jobs, incredibly long hours. Group specific: culture can be poor / not well supported, poor organization / staffing at group level.

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