3.0
29 Feb 2016
Former employee
New York, NY
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
MSCI is a lifestyle firm that offers a collegiate environment. Employees are hard-working but also enjoy benefits such as company-sponsored sports, events and other perks that make the workplace a good one. Work-life balance is also good.
Cons
Unfortunately, MSCI is hobbled with layers upon layers of management. The structure is very top-heavy and shareholder-focused. As a result, the firm has lost some of its edge, particularly in terms of the client experience. The research focus has shifted gears, becoming more of a model machine rather than a client-facing enhancement which offers a superior product. Thus, smaller more nimble competitors are able to offer more with less resources and gain market share.
