Nepotism - an Irish Kingdom - Anonymous employee Citco Employee Review

1.0
22 Dec 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Downtown location. Good place to learn "what not to do and how not to manage a business"

Cons

Half of the Toronto office is hired directly from Ireland. If you are an Ireland national you will be promoted swiftly, no matter what. Putting in the words of company's top executive (during one of 'Town Hall Meetings') - "If you are Irish then you have future with this company, IRREGARDLESS!". Incompetent management looking how to unload blame for own errors. No annual bonus for years (company comes up with all types of excuses. last year it was - " if we do not pay bonus now we will not have to lay off several of your colleagues Promotion decisions are made based on 1. Nationality, 2. How willing are you to compromise your integrity to support incompetent management decisions

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Great work culture and energy from people

Cons

Work can become tedious at times

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Citco Response
1mo
Thank you for the 5 star review, It is great see you experiencing our work culture and the camaraderie you have with your colleagues. We would also encourage you to explore more internal communication channels available to you to address your specific concerns. Thank you for sharing comments and for the 5 star review!
4.0
23 Mar 2026
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Pros

Its best to work here for a few years and gain experience elsewhere.

Cons

Company went from 2 days on-site to now 3 days on-site, i dont mind it but this company has low morale and all the employees are sick of this place now. If you want a high salary but no opportunity to advance this is the place for you. 80% of the company is senior level and no room for growth or promotional opportunities.

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Citco Response
2mo
Thank you for the 4 star review. We strive for work life balance with our hybrid working policy, working in the office as a team contributes to our collaborative ethos in Citco. We would also encourage you to explore more internal communication channels available to you to address your specific concerns.
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