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Barclays
3.7
based on 2.8k Reviews
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Company Summary
Barclays is a global financial services company focused on moving, lending, investing, and safeguarding client capital while ensuring sustainable shareholder value.
Overall Rating
3.7/5
based on 2.8k reviews
3% below
industry average
Critically rated for
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Work Policy
Hybrid
94% employees reported
Monday to Friday
81% employees reported
Flexible timing
72% employees reported
No travel
72% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
218 employees reported
Cafeteria
163 employees reported
Health insurance
153 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
133 employees reported
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About Barclays
Founded in1690 (335 yrs old)
India Employee Count10k-50k
Global Employee Count50k-1 Lakh
HeadquartersLondon, UnitedKingdom
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Websitehome.barclays
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Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide.
The Board’s principal duty is to create and deliver sustainable shareholder value through setting Barclays' strategy and overseeing its implementation.
Certain responsibilities are delegated to Board Committees, which assist the Board in carrying out its functions and ensure that there is independent oversight of internal control and risk management.
Mission: Our common Purpose is ‘Creating opportunities to rise’. We are a company of opportunity makers working together to help people rise – customers, clients, colleagues and society.
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Barclays Ratings
based on 2.8k reviews
Overall Rating
3.7/5
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Category Ratings
3.7
Job security
3.7
Salary
3.7
Work-life balance
3.6
Company culture
3.4
Skill development
3.4
Work satisfaction
3.0
Promotions
Barclays is rated 3.7 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 2.8k company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Barclays
based on 2.7k reviews
3.7
Rated by 1k Women
Rated 3.7 for Salary and 3.6 for Job security
3.8
Rated by 1.7k Men
Rated 3.8 for Work-life balance and 3.8 for Job security
Work Policy at Barclays
based on 599 reviews in last 6 months
Hybrid
94%
Work from office
5%
Permanent work from home
1%
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Overall Rating | 3.7/5 based on 2.8k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 42.4k reviews  | 3.8/5 based on 44.1k reviews | 3.7/5 based on 28.6k reviews |
Highly Rated for |  No highly rated category | Job security Skill development Work-life balance | Job security Skill development | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions |  No critically rated category | Promotions | Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | Hybrid 94% employees reported | Work from office 91% employees reported | Work from office 84% employees reported | Work from office 79% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.7 Good rated by 1k women | 3.9 Good rated by 11.3k women | 3.7 Good rated by 9.5k women | 3.6 Good rated by 6.2k women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.8 Good rated by 1.7k men | 4.0 Good rated by 29.3k men | 3.9 Good rated by 32.6k men | 3.7 Good rated by 21.3k men |
Job security | 3.7 Good | 4.1 Good | 4.0 Good | 3.7 Good |
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Barclays Salaries
Barclays salaries have received with an average score of 3.7 out of 5 by 2.8k employees.
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Fear of being ordered back to office affecting UK staff wellbeing, poll finds
- A fear of being ordered back to the office is negatively impacting workers' wellbeing, according to a recent poll in the UK.
- Hybrid working, preferred by more than four in five employees, has had a positive effect on overall wellbeing, with concerns about finances influencing readiness to return to the office.
- Several UK companies, including HSBC and Barclays, have increased office attendance requirements, which has raised apprehensions among employees.
- The survey revealed that women and younger workers are more likely to express concerns about the potential impact of return-to-office mandates on their wellbeing.
Guardian | 15 Jul, 2025
HSBC becomes first UK bank to quit industry’s net zero alliance
- HSBC becomes the first UK bank to quit the global banking industry’s net zero target-setting group, the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), raising concerns about its commitment to climate crisis mitigation.
- The move may lead to further exits by UK banks from the NZBA, which could hinder international climate coordination efforts.
- HSBC, a founding member of NZBA, announced its departure after delaying key parts of its climate goals by 20 years and revising environmental targets in its CEO's bonus plan.
- Despite HSBC's withdrawal, other UK banks like Barclays, Lloyds, NatWest, Standard Chartered, and Nationwide remain part of the NZBA, which aims to align banking activities with net zero greenhouse-gas emissions by 2050 or earlier.
Guardian | 12 Jul, 2025
How Rekt Went from Meme to Movement with Ovie Faruq
- Ovie Faruq, a former distressed credit trader at Barclays, has reinvented the beverage aisle with Rekt, a drinks brand merging crypto, culture, and consumer branding.
- Rekt started from an NFT artwork called REKT Guy, evolved into REKT Brands, and launched REKT Drinks, a zero-alcohol, low-sugar seltzer with a unique token economy tied to each can.
- Each purchase of a REKT drink comes with a claimable reward in $REKT coin, creating a hybrid customer-investor model supported by crypto infrastructure.
- REKT focuses on community building as infrastructure, not just a marketing tactic, with plans to expand retail presence globally and introduce new product categories beyond seltzers.
Gritdaily | 30 Jun, 2025
News & Views | Episode 205: Stablecoins, Open Banking and the £40Billion Crypto Opportunity
- The Fintech Times team discuss stablecoins, open banking payment methods, and the potential £40 billion crypto opportunity in the UK on Episode 205 of News & Views.
- Francis highlights a partnership between dLocal and BVNK to accelerate settlements using stablecoins.
- Polly questions the mainstream adoption of open banking payment methods after insights from Yapily, an open banking infrastructure provider.
- Tom and the team share their perspectives on UK bank Barclays blocking crypto transactions and the estimated £40 billion economic opportunity in crypto and web3 disclosed by the Startup Coalition.
The Fintech Times | 30 Jun, 2025
Crypto Cards Now Rival Banks in Everyday Use Across Europe
- CEX.IO reported a 15% rise in new card orders across Europe, indicating a growing shift towards using cryptocurrencies for everyday purchases.
- Crypto users conduct 40% of their transactions online, compared to 21% for traditional bank card holders, with the average crypto card purchase being €23.70.
- Stablecoins account for 73% of spending on crypto cards, with other popular coins like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Solana also common.
- Barclays recently announced it would block crypto purchases via credit cards, citing concerns over volatility and lack of regulatory protection, despite the increasing adoption of crypto cards for daily expenses.
Coindoo | 28 Jun, 2025
Crypto cards outpace banks in micro-spending in Europe: Report
- Crypto cards in Europe are increasingly used for micro-spending, with 45% of transactions under 10 euros, challenging traditional banks in this segment.
- CEX.IO report shows a 15% increase in ordered crypto cards in Europe in 2025, indicating growing interest in digital assets for daily payments.
- European crypto card users conduct 40% of their transactions online, surpassing the euro area average of 21%, with stablecoins leading 73% of transactions.
- Crypto cardholders mainly spend on groceries (59%) and dining/bars (19%), hinting at a shift towards a cashless future, while Barclays plans to block crypto purchases on credit cards due to volatility concerns.
Coin Telegraph | 28 Jun, 2025
Banco Sabadell Considers Offers for UK Unit TSB
- Banco Sabadell is considering selling its U.K. unit, TSB, to Banco Santander or Barclays to avoid a hostile takeover by BBVA.
- The bank is accepting offers for TSB and may select one bank to negotiate a potential deal after Friday.
- The decision to sell TSB will depend on whether a deal 'makes sense' and is expected by July 24.
- BBVA, a rival of Sabadell, is nearing the approvals needed for its offer, with the Spanish government imposing conditions on the deal.
Pymnts | 28 Jun, 2025
Jes Staley Ban Upheld by Upper Tribunal
- The FCA's decision to ban Jes Staley, former CEO of Barclays, from holding senior management roles in the financial services industry has been upheld by the Upper Tribunal.
- Mr Staley approved a letter containing misleading statements about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, which claimed they were not close, contrary to the truth revealed in emails showing a deeper connection.
- The Tribunal found Mr Staley acted recklessly by downplaying the relationship with Mr Epstein, lacking integrity and failing to cooperate with the FCA, leading to a reduced fine of £1.1m.
- Therese Chambers of the FCA highlighted that the Tribunal's decision underscores the necessity of holding individuals in senior roles accountable to the high standards required in the financial sector.
Intelalley | 26 Jun, 2025
Barclays Imposes Ban on Crypto Transactions With Bank Cards
- Barclays will block customers from making cryptocurrency transactions with their Barclays cards, citing risks associated with purchasing crypto regarding potential debt and lack of protection.
- The ban was announced to go into effect on Friday, following similar moves by other U.K. banks in 2023, aligning with a crackdown on crypto by the U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority.
- Regulators in the U.S. have also warned financial institutions about liquidity risks posed by funding from crypto-related sources.
- Banks considering entering the crypto space need to assess their capabilities, including compliance, risk management, and forming partnerships, amidst the evolving regulatory environment and competition from crypto-native firms.
Pymnts | 26 Jun, 2025
Barclays bearish on Apple stock: iPhone is ‘ex-growth,’ and Mac, iPad, Vision Pro are irrelevant
- Barclays issued a research report on Apple, maintaining an Underweight rating and a price target of $173, expressing skepticism about Apple’s growth prospects.
- Barclays raises concerns about iPhone being 'ex-growth,' risks in Apple's Services segment, and downplays the impact of newer products like Macs, iPads, and wearables on the stock performance.
- Barclays remains bearish on Apple despite the stock's underperformance this year, highlighting Apple's decline from its all-time high in 2024.
- MacDailyNews emphasizes the significance of the iPhone over other products, criticizing Barclays' bearish stance and highlighting Tim Cook's leadership.
Macdailynews | 26 Jun, 2025
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Barclays FAQs
When was Barclays founded?
Barclays was founded in 1690. The company has been operating for 335 years primarily in the Banking sector.
Where is the Barclays headquarters located?
Barclays is headquartered in London. It operates in 4 cities such as Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad / Secunderabad. To explore all the office locations, visit Barclays locations.
How many employees does Barclays have in India?
Barclays currently has more than 23,000+ employees in India. Engineering - Software & QA department appears to have the highest employee count in Barclays based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Barclays have good work-life balance?
Barclays has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 2,800+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 71% employees rated Barclays 4 or above, while 29% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Barclays work-life balance reviews for more details.
Is Barclays good for career growth?
Career growth at Barclays is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.0. 29% employees rated Barclays 3 or below, while 71% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions / appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Barclays promotions / appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the cons of working in Barclays?
Working at Barclays does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 2,800+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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