At least that seems to be the consensus. Not that it provides any solace. January is right around the corner anyway…No rest for the weary.

I suspect few “acceptable” PC action items have been pushed down the pipes as directives from top management. Let’s share what the keywords are that were recommended in your Needs Improvement/Can Improve category during your year end…

So many of these posts illustrate that the culture here is the worst thing and this might not seem like the biggest deal but it also illustrates how terrible this place is when it comes to respecting other people. I can’t tell you how many times... — read more 

Makes me laugh every time I see it. Looks like the bulbs burned out. Fitting. Weird.

Just wondering what offices got the new "BNY" Branding and when it was installed. If you could just comment your office and if you got it and when. Thanks

So when is the next round of layoffs? Or are they complete with the ones done in December? Or are more to come this month?

The work from anywhere days I applied last week are not updating in my RTO tracker. Neither is the vacation I have scheduled for later in the month. I really don't want to come in 9 days this month as I saved work from anywhere for this month.

So much for recognition. Having to sit through management patting themselves on the back especially in the P-M. All focus was on India, APAC, and the Engineers in P-M. Zero call outs for the individual contributors making the customer experience... — read more 

Another big exit announced this morning. They are making folks leave who actually care about this place and its people without a remorse. Head of Agile is so out of place

Largest one to date.

…like the Mafia guys who wine and dine you before- you know. Heavy layoffs coming up, so they want you to enjoy the holidays before the returns LOL!

I find myself worn out from back-to-back meetings that don’t even need to happen. It's like a never-ending cycle of pointless talks. How much time do you spend in meetings that really don’t move things forward? It’s like they just su-k the energy... — read more 

Sometimes I wonder if it’s even possible to juggle work and life anymore. Lately, it feels like work is stealing every moment, leaving nothing for the people who matter most. All I can do is hope for a better job soon.

We found out who blabbed in the town hall a few months ago that led to the firings about the “working together” policy this past week in the Houston office(not sure if firings happened in the other offices). She works in asset admin and asked the... — read more 

If you do NOT agree with your year end review, DO NOT acknowledge it (meaning don’t respond with ACKNOWLEDGE or AGREE or whatever that response is that returns it into someone else's queue). BNY removed the option to add comments to your review. ... — read more 

Question- for people in locations where offices closed so they are WFH, I’m told the goal is to release….I see an EC member showing WFH as well as direct reports to EC….so will they also get let go?

Isn't it funny how most Senior management replacements seem to be coming from Goldman Sachs..

Let me preface this by saying I don’t care if my manager or others know it’s my comment. However, the email we receive every quarter states “Your identity is protected”, My manager could easily deduce it’s my comment however my identity is clearly... — read more 

Tons of inconsistencies while reading these posts. I get it, there’s a lot of information , misinformation and given the mess at the top, a lot of changes. But, does anyone know if layoffs in non-growth areas will be in Dec or Jan?

So even though I was let go due to not meeting the working together policy(though I always was above model or on model and yes some times I stayed for a few hours and others did scan n go(my boss was pretty relaxed about it and told us didnt care... — read more 

Hi everyone, I’m reaching out to see if others have been affected by the recent terminations particularly related to the enforcement of the return to office policies. I am interested in hearing from employees who: Were terminated despite badging... — read more 

For those who have left the company or plan on leaving, where are you looking fof work? What type of jobs are you applying to now? Just curious what people out there are doing.

If you're just starting out in BNY, here's the most important tip I can give you: get good at office politics. It’s the key to fast-tracking your career. Forget about merit, it’s no longer the driving force here. What really matters is how well you... — read more 

It’s less money, but it otherwise sounds like an improvement over BNY. I’m tempted to take it. I have been with BNY for four years now, and it’s time to leave. I don’t need to spell out the reasons to most of you. I got to the point where I would... — read more 

D-mb question this is my first job out of college and I was hearing my team might be letting some people go in January. Will I lose my company match in 410k? Should I only count my pre-tax deferrals as the contributions and ignore the company match... — read more 

Can anyone confirm that 6 hours in office becomes mandatory to call it a day?

looking for inputs on 401k match . Can bny decide your last date overriding the min notice period policy ?

About time to be pushed out when I’ve been too silly not to leave already all by myself. At least I would stop constantly thinking it through with my judgement being clouded by fear and anxiety. I do feel for people who really need this job. I do... — read more 

I will faint if I hear one more time: collaboration, taking risk, resources, take action, own it.

I always take layoff comments/talk with of salt, as it usually depends on the department, location, how much you make, etc. That said, this time around, it isn't just talk: I received direct word from a well-respected manager that they are calling... — read more 

On the FAQ for the 4-day office for managers, it said generally managers could not approve exceptions for people, but the guidance would come out closer to January. Does anyone have any knowledge on this? My team/department is really short staffed... — read more 

Started a new job and even took a pay cut for it just to get away from BNY and now I'm regretting it. I started on Monday and ran into problems immediately because HR hadn’t even finished my paperwork. My manager gives zero clarity on anything, and... — read more 

Are there any layoffs connected to this platform model so far? Or rumors?

Do employees who are laid off receive a prorated bonus (or full bonus if in January)? Do they get to keep the unvested 401K match?

Poole office. Staying open or shutting down? Hearing and seeing lots of differing opinions, does anyone know for sure or is it all heresay?

January layoffs rumors are hot and wild - Any insights Heard it is going to be massive scale

Last week, a friend asked me about working here since he's thinking about transferring. He’s fed up with Wells Fargo due to too much work, a problematic manager, and an overall toxic vibe. I had to break it to him that we're no different. Truth is... — read more 

I am currently on a J grade in Manchester, UK. Pay is not great. If I apply for a K/L grade and am successful, can your current manager make a counter offer to try persuade you to stay? I am wondering if this a good strategy to improve pay. .. — read more