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Barclays
3.8
based on 2.4k Reviews
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Barclays is a global financial services company focused on moving, lending, investing, and safeguarding client capital while ensuring sustainable shareholder value.
Overall Rating
3.8/5
based on 2.4k reviews
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Job security, Salary
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Work Policy
Hybrid
94% employees reported
Monday to Friday
81% employees reported
Flexible timing
73% employees reported
No travel
72% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
217 employees reported
Cafeteria
162 employees reported
Health insurance
152 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
132 employees reported
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About Barclays
Founded in1690 (335 yrs old)
India Employee Count10k-50k
Global Employee Count50k-1 Lakh
HeadquartersLondon, UnitedKingdom
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Websitehome.barclays
Primary Industry
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Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide.
The Board’s principal duty is to create and deliver sustainable shareholder value through setting Barclays' strategy and overseeing its implementation.
Certain responsibilities are delegated to Board Committees, which assist the Board in carrying out its functions and ensure that there is independent oversight of internal control and risk management.
Mission: Our common Purpose is ‘Creating opportunities to rise’. We are a company of opportunity makers working together to help people rise – customers, clients, colleagues and society.
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3.3
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Barclays Ratings
based on 2.4k reviews
Overall Rating
3.8/5
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Job security
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Salary
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Company culture
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Work-life balance
3.5
Work satisfaction
3.4
Skill development
3.1
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Barclays is rated 3.8 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 2.4k company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Barclays
based on 2.3k reviews
3.8
Rated by 830 Women
Rated 3.8 for Salary and 3.7 for Job security
3.8
Rated by 1.5k Men
Rated 3.8 for Work-life balance and 3.8 for Salary
Work Policy at Barclays
based on 472 reviews in last 6 months
Hybrid
94%
Work from office
6%
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Overall Rating | 3.8/5 based on 2.4k reviews | 3.9/5 based on 4.8k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 38.5k reviews | 3.7/5 based on 4.7k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Salary Job security | Job security Work-life balance Company culture | Job security Skill development Company culture | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions | Promotions | No critically rated category | Promotions Work satisfaction |
Primary Work Policy | Hybrid 94% employees reported | Hybrid 87% employees reported | Work from office 91% employees reported | Hybrid 76% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.8 Good rated by 830 women | 3.8 Good rated by 1.5k women | 3.9 Good rated by 10.2k women | 3.6 Good rated by 1.4k women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.8 Good rated by 1.5k men | 4.0 Good rated by 2.9k men | 4.0 Good rated by 26.5k men | 3.7 Good rated by 3k men |
Job security | 3.8 Good | 4.0 Good | 4.1 Good | 3.7 Good |
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Barclays Salaries
Barclays salaries have received with an average score of 3.8 out of 5 by 2.4k employees.
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CD, Checking, and Savings Rates Today: Maximize Your Returns
- High interest rates for deposits are at risk of decreasing, so it's a good time to secure a high rate to earn money on savings.
- Monitoring rates from banks and credit unions daily can help you choose the best account to open for maximum returns.
- Top rates for popular banks as of March 14 include accounts like Axos ONE Savings, LendingClub LevelUp Savings, and Western Alliance Bank High Yield Savings among others.
- For CDs, options like Ponce Bank 3 Month CD, Barclays 6 Month Online CD, and Discover 18 Month CD offer competitive APYs.
- Featured High Interest Checking Account Offers include accounts from BCU PowerPlus, SoFi®, Discover®, and Axos ONE Savings with attractive APYs and rewards.
- High-yield savings accounts, checking accounts, money market accounts, and cash management accounts all offer various benefits in the current rate environment.
- Certificates of Deposit (CDs) require locking in money for a specific term to receive higher interest rates, with options like no-penalty CDs and various term lengths available.
- CD terms like 6-month, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year CDs each cater to different investor preferences based on desired rates and lock-in periods.
- CDs are considered safe investment vehicles, and selecting the right term can help optimize earnings over specific timeframes.
- The best CD rates may exceed rates offered by other account types, making them a popular choice for those looking to grow their savings securely.
Insider | 14 Mar, 2025
Cooling inflation fuels rate cut hopes: RBI may go beyond 25 bps in April, say foreign bank economists
- Some foreign banks expect a sub-4 per cent inflation print laying the ground for 50 basis points more cuts this calendar year.
- India’s Headline CPI inflation softened to a seven month low of 3.6 per cent in February 2025, from 4.3 per cent in January, lower than consensus expectations.
- Barclays Research sees the possibility of the RBI MPC delivering a non-standard, larger 35- basis points policy repo rate cut in the April meeting.
- DBS Group Research expects another 50 basis points reduction in 2025, and a change in stance to 'accommodative' in April will not surprise them.
HinduBusinessLine | 13 Mar, 2025
CD, Checking, and Savings Rates Today: Supercharge Your Savings
- High-interest rates for deposits are becoming scarce, prompting individuals to lock in high rates to maximize savings.
- Listed are top rates for popular banks on March 13, including savings rates of up to 4.86% from Axos ONE and Checking Bundle, 4.50% from LendingClub LevelUp, and 4.30% from Western Alliance Bank.
- CD rates as of March 12 include 4.20% for Ponce Bank 3 Month CD, 3.80% for Barclays 6 Month Online CD, and 4.45% for LendingClub 10 Month CD.
- High-interest checking accounts such as BCU PowerPlus Checking, SoFi® Checking and Savings, and Discover® Cashback Debit Account offer attractive features like high APYs and rewards on debit card purchases.
- Online and lower-profile institutions tend to offer higher interest rates on accounts compared to national brands with brick-and-mortar presence.
- The best high-yield savings accounts and checking accounts provide attractive APYs and are ideal for short-term goals and everyday spending, respectively.
- Money market accounts offer a balance between checking and savings with tiered interest rates based on account balance.
- Certificates of Deposit (CDs) have fixed rates and varying terms (e.g., 6-month, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, 5-year), offering investors higher rates for longer lock-in periods.
- No-penalty CDs and shorter-term CDs (e.g., 6-month, 1-year) are suitable for those seeking elevated rates for short durations or starting their savings journey.
- Longer-term CDs (e.g., 2-year, 3-year, 5-year) may offer slightly lower rates but provide secure investment options for those looking to lock in rates for an extended period.
- Investors should consider CD terms, rates, and penalties to make informed decisions based on their financial goals and risk tolerance.
Insider | 13 Mar, 2025
Cooling inflation fuels rate cut hopes: RBI may go beyond 25 bps in April, say foreign bank economists
- Foreign bank economists expect sub-4% inflation could lead to 50 basis points cut by RBI.
- India's headline CPI inflation softened to 3.6% in February, lower than consensus expectations.
- Barclays Research suggests a non-standard 35 basis points rate cut, while DBS Group Research expects 50 basis points reduction in 2025.
- RBI had maintained the repo rate at 6.5% since April 2023 before the recent 25 basis points cut.
HinduBusinessLine | 13 Mar, 2025
Why Sam Altman is smiling: ChatGPT has suddenly kicked into a higher gear.
- OpenAI's AI chatbot, ChatGPT, has seen a significant increase in adoption, adding 100 million users in just two months.
- Barclays tech analysts noted that OpenAI's AI product adoption has kicked into a higher gear, making it a serious competitor to Google and other internet giants.
- OpenAI's new 'reasoning' AI model, o1, and its variants, along with other new products like Deep Research, have contributed to the growth of ChatGPT.
- The integration of ChatGPT into iPhones and other Apple devices, as a result of a partnership between Apple and OpenAI, has played a significant role in driving the accelerated growth of ChatGPT.
Insider | 13 Mar, 2025
Cantor Fitzgerald taps Anchorage Digital, Copper as Bitcoin custodians
- Investment banking firm Cantor Fitzgerald has chosen Anchorage Digital and Copper as its Bitcoin custodians and collateral managers.
- Cantor Fitzgerald aims to provide institutional investors with the opportunity to borrow against their cryptocurrency holdings through its new Bitcoin financing business, backed by $2 billion in initial capital.
- Anchorage Digital, the only federally chartered digital asset bank in the United States, and Copper, a crypto custodian supported by Barclays, will ensure the security of clients' digital assets.
- Cantor Fitzgerald's move highlights the growing demand for sophisticated financing solutions and institutional interest in diversifying portfolios with digital assets.
Coin Telegraph | 11 Mar, 2025
Global pitch coach, Beth Susanne, will speak at this year’s EU-Startups Summit!
- Pitch coach Beth Susanne, who has helped over 4,000 startups refine their messaging and raise $10 billion, will speak at the EU-Startups Summit.
- Beth has worked with startups across various sectors and organizations like Oxford Foundry, Barclays, BMW, and Disney.
- She will share key insights on crafting and delivering a winning pitch at the summit in Malta on April 24-25.
- Beth's practical approach helps founders sharpen their communication and connect with investors.
Eu-Startups | 11 Mar, 2025
Jes Staley tells court that City regulator ‘seeks to destroy’ his reputation over Epstein ties
- Jes Staley, the former Barclays chief executive, accuses the UK's financial regulator of trying to destroy his reputation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Staley is challenging the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) decision to issue him a lifetime ban from the City, claiming he lied about the extent of his relationship with Epstein.
- Staley criticizes the FCA for not seeking to understand the nature of his relationship with Epstein and for disregarding the context in which a letter was drafted that downplayed their relationship.
- Staley regrets associating with Epstein, but admits he previously 'liked' him and acknowledges Epstein's role in introducing him to influential people.
Guardian | 11 Mar, 2025
Barclays chair did not ask Staley if he was in touch with Epstein before ruling it out to FCA, court hears
- Barclays chair, Nigel Higgins, did not inquire about Jes Staley's contact with Jeffrey Epstein before reassuring the FCA about their relationship.
- The FCA alleges that Staley and Epstein were in contact after their last in-person meeting in April 2015.
- Higgins admitted not being aware that Staley was in contact with Epstein in October 2015.
- Barclays previously stated that Staley's last contact with Epstein was before joining the bank in 2015.
- Staley is facing a lifetime ban for allegedly misleading the FCA about his relationship with Epstein.
- Higgins questioned Staley about any involvement in Epstein's criminal activity before the FCA investigation.
- Staley's lawyers argue that Barclays board members were aware of the extent of his ties with Epstein.
- Higgins said he would have asked more detailed questions if he knew the relationship was not solely business-related.
- Staley wrote 'affectionate' emails to Epstein, as revealed in court, including one from a hot tub.
- Evidence presented in court includes concerns raised by Mark Carney about Staley's emails during a meeting with Higgins and Andrew Bailey.
Guardian | 10 Mar, 2025
Why do my Indian apps look so different?
- Barclays app follows a clean and minimal design with limited color palette and focus on essential information and services.
- HDFC app showcases a busy and crowded design with a grid of icons offering access to a wide range of features.
- Western banks focus on digital-first experience due to mature markets and higher customer acquisition costs, while Indian banks maintain a hybrid model with extensive branch networks.
- Western banking apps emphasize individual financial management, while Indian apps accommodate more collective financial management reflecting a culture of family first banking.
Medium | 10 Mar, 2025
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Barclays FAQs
When was Barclays founded?
Barclays was founded in 1690. The company has been operating for 335 years primarily in the Banking sector.
Where is the Barclays headquarters located?
Barclays is headquartered in London. It operates in 4 cities such as Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad / Secunderabad. To explore all the office locations, visit Barclays locations.
How many employees does Barclays have in India?
Barclays currently has more than 23,000+ employees in India. Engineering - Software & QA department appears to have the highest employee count in Barclays based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Barclays have good work-life balance?
Barclays has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 2,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 73% employees rated Barclays 4 or above, while 27% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Barclays work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Barclays good for career growth?
Career growth at Barclays is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.1. 27% employees rated Barclays 3 or below, while 73% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions/appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Barclays promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Barclays?
Working at Barclays comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for job security and salary & benefits. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 2,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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