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Standard Chartered Bank

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Trying too hard to be like an investment bank - Director Standard Chartered Bank Employee Review

1.0
Jan 5, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Excellent international opportunities, particularly if you get on the ex-pat scheme Fantastic Asian franchise

Cons

Too many employees on the graduate scheme who do not contribute to the business Recent focus on investment banking instead of core commercial banking Communication on the ground level

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Great team, great working atmosphere

Cons

None significant, however as for every big organization changes can be slow to implement.

2.0
May 8, 2026
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Pros

good if you want to learn about countries with developing markets

Cons

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