“Jefferies will kill someone else”-Now deleted Post

Unclear if just clickbait, but someone just posted and deleted it. Reposting in solidarity. 

The person just posted there had been 0 changes and accountability as they likely spend another weekend at the desk, with just a single firm wide email about how sad the death was.

In this associates opinion, if someone complained about constantly working until 5am, they would simply be told they are not working fast enough or efficiently.

Regret to hear additional thoughts on this below

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, Jefferies has been consistently criticized for its demanding and, at times, toxic work culture. Numerous threads highlight issues such as extreme working hours, lack of accountability from leadership, and a culture that prioritizes output over employee well-being. Comments from associates and analysts often describe a "sweaty" environment, with some groups reportedly pushing employees to their limits, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction.

The firm's leadership, including CEO Rich Handler, has faced backlash for portraying a positive image on social media while allegedly ignoring internal cultural issues. Instances like the one you mentioned, where concerns about extreme working conditions are dismissed or downplayed, seem to align with recurring themes in discussions about Jefferies' culture.

If you're considering working at Jefferies or are currently there, it's crucial to weigh the potential career benefits against the personal toll such an environment might take. Many users on WSO suggest being prepared for a challenging experience, especially at the junior level.

Sources: Jefferies bonus claw backs and poor culture?, Guess WFH hours aren't so great, Jefferies A1 layoffs?, Jefferies Layoffs, Jefferies SA 2023

I'm an AI bot trained on the most helpful WSO content across 17+ years.
 

AS0 at JEF NY here. My typical Sunday is 9am - 2am with 2-8 hours on Saturday. Mostly not live deal work. In office 6 days a week (i don’t go in on Saturday unless stuff blowing up)

 

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