Rothschild

Overall Satisfaction

“The nice thing about Rothschild is that you are part of a bank that does not have a large number of graduates who rotate through different divisions. You’re more than just a number in a big pool of graduates.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“I’m satisfied with working at this firm. Work is challenging and would regard what I do as high-standard. Clients expect high-quality work, and thus lots of thought is put into each presentation.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking, M&A
“I am very happy with the learning opportunities I am provided with and exposure across sectors/valuation techniques.” -- Analyst, Entry level

“Extremely. I have been involved in a range of interesting projects and live processes – this has provided a variety of learning opportunities. The highlight of working for Rothschild is the exposure to leading businesses.” -- Analyst, M&A
“Good deal flow.” -- Intern

“I build financial models and work with the executives to assist them in building their models; I work on client presentations that deliver strategic reviews, restructuring options and new capital structure proposals. With the help of other bankers we’ll work on the book we want to put together and I’ll lead the executives in fleshing out its structure.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“The amount of responsibility you receive is very good from the beginning, and as a new recruit you can often be working with the global heads of divisions.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“Office culture is quite relaxed, yet fairly traditional. The juniors are all quite relaxed around each other but the more senior bankers are less visible and enjoy significant respect within the firm. Teams go out often, even if it's just for a pint after work on Friday in the next-door pub.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking, M&A
“The hours are long, but Rothschild ensures you are rewarded for your efforts.” -- Analyst, M&A
“The firm offers good job security, and although it is hierarchical when it comes to career progression, overall the culture is collegiate, dynamic and transparent.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking
“Based on what i've heard from my peers at other US banks, the work/life balance is much better here.” -- Associate
“Collegial company culture.” -- Intern

“My team is very sociable – we have been on a few events outside of the office. There are more opportunities to socialise across the teams as well. On this front Rothschild is very good.” -- Analyst, Entry level
“Rothschild has a different culture to US banks; it's has a European atmosphere and approach to business.” -- Associate, Investment banking
“I find the working environment to be honest, courteous and friendly. It’s a place where everyone knows each other. The bank fosters initiative and there is a huge amount of opportunity for anyone to take on responsibility. If you do a good job, management will trust you to take on more difficult and challenging tasks.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking
“High quality and respectful people.” -- Intern

“The firm invests heavily in training its employees and training (on hard as well as soft skiils) is readily available at all levels.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“For the first 6 weeks graduates undergo basic training on everything.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“There are few women at the firm, especially at the higher levels. This is something that needs to be addressed.” -- Associate, Investment Banking
“There is little diversity and the bank isn’t very proactive when it comes to hiring minorities.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“The firm lacks any kind of women’s network or other measures aimed at promoting women within the firm, though senior women act as good mentors.” -- Junior Analyst, Investment Banking
“The firm lacks a LGBT network as well.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking

“The dress code is formal all the time, men are expected to wear a tie and there really are no casual, dress down days.” -- Analyst, Investment Banking