Non-IB BB C-suite - London

Do non-IB C-suite executives at bulge bracket banks usually read work emails on weekends & non-working days? What's the EMEA culture with regards to that?

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, the culture in EMEA, particularly in London, can vary significantly. However, it is not uncommon for senior executives, including non-IB C-suite executives at bulge bracket banks, to be expected to read and respond to work emails on weekends and non-working days. Here are some key points:

  • Weekend Work Expectations: In corporate India, for example, Saturday was historically a working day or half working day. While this is no longer officially the case at most places, the willingness of an MD/Partner to schedule meetings or expect things to be done/submitted on a Saturday can be extremely high.
  • Overall Hours: This culture can make the overall hours worked about 10% higher than elsewhere, indicating a high level of commitment and availability expected from senior executives.

For more detailed insights, you can refer to the discussion on the WSO forum: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/non-useurope-i…</a">Non US/Europe IB/PE Overview.

Sources: Re: Moelis Staffer email. Why Bankers Lives Suck And What To Do About It, Non US/Europe IB/PE Overview, Work/Life Balance: Equity Research vs. Investment Banking - (A Definitive Guide, Part 1), The Truth about "Hours" at the Analyst Level, The Truth about "Hours" at the Analyst Level

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