Jobs in Finance

Have you ever taken on a new role with little to no salary bump and how did it play out for you? I’m currently considering a lateral move to get more experience, but my manager said it likely wouldn’t… more

Very toxic workplace, most employees are forced to quit. I’ve overheard HR department screening employees and denouncing education if it’s not completed in a government run institution, so if you went… more

How often are you guys “working late?” I know late is different for everyone, but let’s say 6:30. I don’t have to often but it seem like some of my friends are always working long hours. I’m wondering… more

How do you protect your personal time when the culture quietly rewards being “always available,” even if no one says it outright? I’ve noticed a shift with new upper management. Nothing has been forma… more

Looking for insight and advice: I’m leaving Fidelity Investments to a better opportunity at a competitor firm and I’m just seeking insight on what to expect when I put in my two weeks and if there’s a… more

Treat your employees right so they don’t use your internet to search for a new job.

What’s the minimum number of vacation days you’re willing to accept when looking for a new role, or do you not care about the number of vacation days? For me, I need at least 20 days (including person… more

What % annual raises have you received over the last couple years? Mine have been 1%, 1%, 3%. It seems laughable when I think about how little my salary has increased over the last 3 years. Would love… more

Hi everyone, I’m currently looking to start a career in an office-based role, ideally as an admin assistant or receptionist.

I’m highly organised, reliable, and enjoy helping things run smoothly behind the scenes.… more

I left a stable VP track at a bulge bracket to join a Web3 Finance startup in 2024, and now my resume looks like a crime scene to traditional recruiters. They see the Head of DeFi title and immediatel… more

I’m starting to wonder if I’m being brought into these final rounds just so HR can check a box before they hire the MD’s golfing buddy. I’ve had three Superdays where I was clearly the most qualified … more

I have been applying, some many applications and no one single call back, interest , it is very discouraging.

This point of this post is not to be political at all…

I just wanted to say the Trump admin has really created a lot of extra work for forecasting. Between fluctuating oil/diesel prices and tariffs as… more

Has anyone else felt like interview processes have gotten way more drawn out than they need to be? I feel like there are so many rounds, assessments, and extra steps now that don’t really add much val… more

I’m thinking about transitioning from finance operations to credit underwriting for private banking- Wealth Management. There wouldn’t be a change to my compensation right away but I’m looking on the … more

I’m curious how often your processes are delayed by other groups that you rely on. It seems that it’s happening more often in my role. The groups act like it’s out of their control even though it wasn… more

I watched a Life at the Firm video where the employees looked like they were being held at gunpoint to say they loved the fast-paced environment. You can see the dark circles under their eyes even thr… more

If you could go back and restart your career with what you know now, what would you do differently? Would you choose a different path, take bigger risks earlier, or aim for a different role and indust… more

There’s no better feeling in finance than when actual results come in right around the forecast. I wish we could glory in the win a little longer than the week we go over results 😂

Hi everyone! I'm hoping to connect with anyone who might know of job openings in DMV, automotive registration, or vehicle title work in Sierra Vista area or Tucson areas. My family and I are movin… more

been doing a lot of reflecting and with the push of AI usage it really makes me worry about the future for my job and career path. i don't have a degree but have worked in banking over 20 years an… more

Is anyone else tired of hitting “1-click apply” on LinkedIn only to get redirected to the company’s website to fill everything out again? I don’t mind applying, but it’s frustrating when you upload yo… more

My manager blocked my move to the equity research team because I’m supposedly too critical to our back-office operations. I’ve spent 18 months networking, passed the internal exams, and the ER Lead li… more

Our company is pushing AI to automate processes, and I see the value in some aspects, but trying to automate a monthly report that takes 30 minutes is a waste of time in my opinion. I feel like some f… more

How do you tell when work pressure is actually helping you grow vs. when it’s starting to burn you out? I’ve been feeling this a bit lately, where it’s not always clear if I’m being pushed in a good w… more

Seeing my 5-year anniversary notification at a firm that just laid me off via a generic Zoom webinar is the ultimate villain origin story. I gave this place my entire 20s, stayed late for every fire d… more

Do finance professionals stay underpaid too long out of loyalty? I think a lot of people wait for promotions that aren’t actually coming.

When job hopping, what are some things besides salary bumps that are important to you? For me, I value time off and string retirement match benefits

What are some tips that have made you more successful with landing interviews? I’ve been applying to jobs but haven’t had much luck with landing too many interviews. Any resume, cover letter, or other… more

As a manager, what is something you do to help prevent your employees from burning out? I’m not a manager myself but my wife is and is trying really hard to help out her team.

What do you usually look for before you refer someone? For me, it’s honestly less about their resume and more about whether I’d actually enjoy working with them. Are they reliable, easy to communicate… more

How transparent should companies be about finance salary bands? I think more transparency would reduce a lot of unnecessary frustration.

How do you expect the job market to change in the upcoming year? I was feeling good about things until the news of a war hit. I’m not sure if it’s just bad timing or this made an impact, but it seems … more

For those of you who landed a job doing something completely different than you’ve done before, how were you successful getting hired? I’m considering trying something new but it seems like with every… more

As a member of senior management, I have learned that a subordinate is actively seeking employment opportunities outside the company. Do I—personally—or the company have the right to dismiss or termin… more

What are some of your biggest interview red flags? I had an interview on Friday where everything seems great on paper but everything felt off while actually talking to them... I just can't put my … more

My last raise was 2.5%... that's less than inflation. I asked if there was room for negotiation and got told it’s standard across the company. Is loyalty even worth it anymore?

How often do you guys do coffee chats to network? This may sound stupid but I’m considering the financial implications. I am pretty frugal… is there an alternative method?

At what level does comp start to diverge meaningfully in finance careers? It seems like the real gap doesn’t show up until director+.