Don't expect to be appreciated - Anonymous employee Santander Employee Review

1.0
30 May 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The best reason to work at Santander would be if you're interested in a short-term job. Their core belief is that employees are dispensable.

Cons

Santander is not the place to work if your interested in a long-term career. It's very cutthroat and the politics run rampant.

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Of all the companies I have worked for, Santander has had the strongest training program. The training was comprehensive, well-structured, and especially valuable for employees who are new to the banking industry. Additionally, Santander's ONE software is by far the most intuitive and user friendly banking platform I have used, making it easy to learn and navigate while supporting efficient daily operations.

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Like most retail banking roles, there is a strong sales component. With fewer customers visiting branches due to online banking and ATMs, much of the day is spent making outbound calls to existing clients, trying to set appointments, and push products and services. While I understand the importance of sales in the industry, I personally felt there was significant pressure to prioritize sales goals over relationship building and client service, which I was not comfortable with.

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