Overview
Introduction
Credit Suisse is one of the most prestigious investment banks in the world. Its interns receive extensive hands-on training and work alongside senior bankers. Full-time employees have access to top-notch training programs, mentoring opportunities, and internal mobility options. The culture is collaborative, and a healthy work/life balance can be achieved.
Company Stats
Employer Type
Public
Size
10,001+ Employees
Featured Rankings
Vault Banking 25
Major Office Locations
Melbourne , Australia
Employment Contact
Richard Boxall- Human Resources Director
Firsthand Findings
One of the most prestigious investment banks in the world, Credit Suisse is looking for bright, energetic, well-rounded, and technically savvy team players. The firm’s internship program is a great learning experience where interns receive extensive hands-on training and get to work alongside senior bankers, experiencing what it’s like to be a full-time employee. The firm likes to hire from within and thus takes a very active interest in its full-time employees’ career development, offering solid training programs, mentoring opportunities, and the ability to move within the bank. The culture is a very collaborative one, and Credit Suisse strives to provide a good work/life balance for its employees. That said, depending on the department and business area, hours can be long and un...
About the Company
Credit Suisse Group is one of the world’s largest financial services providers. It offers clients expertise in the areas of private banking, investment banking, and asset management. The bank serves its clients through three regionally focused wealth management divisions: Swiss Universal Bank, International Wealth Management, and Asia Pacific. These regional businesses are complemented by Global Markets and Investment Banking & Capital Markets, two divisions specializing in investment banking capabilities. All five divisions work closely together to provide financial solutions.to clients. The divisions are supported by various corporate functions, which provide centralized corporate services and business support, as well as implement control procedures to help operate the bank on a daily basis.
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Employee Reviews
- “Like all investment banking jobs, it is hard charging and involves long hours. However, Credit Suisse has made significant strides in ensuring junior level work/life balance through specific rules and programs. Additionally, at a senior level, the entrepreneurial culture affords employees the freedom to determine the best approach to vacation time, working from home, etc., as long as productivity remains high.”
- “As with all investment banking teams, the worst aspect is the inability to predict your weekend/near future, and thus inability to make plans with friends. Best aspect is that everyone is more aware of the need for a positive balance in quality of life, and people are taking steps to address it.”
- “The hours are not dictated by the firm but rather by clients’ demands and the broader economic cycle. Credit Suisse makes significant effort, particularly at the more junior level, to institute better hours. The clients expect bankers to be available on a short notice with fully baked views on any relevant strategic or financial issue.”
- “Being able to work remotely is a plus; it certainly helps to keep up with work when caring for a sick family member. But I wish there was better work/life balance without the guilt of not being visibly seen, and without it affecting your performance rating. Many employees do not need to be seen and seated in a workspace to be productive and perform their duties.”
Getting Hired Here
- “As someone who is actively involved in the CS recruitment and hiring process, I think we are really looking for the whole package: individuals who are bright, energetic, and technically savvy. That said, those individuals also need to be grounded and have the ability to work in teams. The firm has a very collaborative culture, and we are conscious of bringing in people who are not only going to be good at their role, but also who will contribute to the success of their colleagues and help drive our business forward.”
- “Very thorough process. We are seeking the most impressive individuals and, most importantly, the people that we think we will get along with. The culture is easygoing, and when hiring, the focus is ‘can they do the job’ (which we feel almost every, if not all candidates, that get to interview day can do)?
- “Highly structured and organized process for undergrads, with well-established criteria and clear selection guidelines. Ideal candidate is bright, dedicated, creative, honest, with a strong math skillset.”
- “The ideal candidate is definitely a passionate person who’s able to talk at length about a particular subject (i.e. the sector he or she covers), and someone who also loves to read and write—this job isn’t just for someone who’s a math wiz or good with Excel. You absolutely need those qualitative skills, too.”
