I’m having issues logging into my laptop today. It keeps trying to install software from the software center unsuccessfully. It also says my device has been disabled. The IT help desk said there’s a bigger ticket out there. Is anyone else having a... — read more 

Any truth to no work from home in 2026?

It began, as these things often do, with a badge scan and a fruit tray. Robin Vince and the Executive Committee descended upon Lake Mary two weeks ago, bringing with them a whirlwind of strategic platitudes, pre-cleared talking points, and a... — read more 

I am about to join wealth management marketing and would like to learn more about it. Can someone provide me insight into how is the work life balance and the bonus range? The HR mentioned that the bonus range is anywhere between 20-45% in marketing... — read more 

Working at this bank feels like watching a reality show with no script. Ideas fly around, half of them make no sense, and somehow projects still move forward like it’s all totally normal. I just sit there wondering when someone will notice how crazy... — read more 

In recent months, I have had multiple people on my team leave BNY and I am the only person left. Should I finally demand a real raise? 5%+?

Had a meeting with HR this afternoon about a few days a few months ago where I had no transportation to work and was relying on an evening ride to get my badge swipe. My direct management was aware and, supposedly, fine with it. Our team also has the... — read more 

For two years straight I have not written mid-year or year-end comments for myself and it’s had no impact on me. I am a director reporting to a senior director. I write constructive comments for my directs, but I just don’t care and feel that no one... — read more 

Looking at the feedback and followups from the flaccid ‘fireside chat’ meetings, you will see that Eliza was used to collate responses and determine what the outcomes were. There are bullets that spouted off management groomed responses. All you see... — read more 

Does anybody know more about the cuts?

What are software engineer bonuses like in PA and Lake Mary? For associates, senior associates, and VP levels?

Extended from to May. Don't let up on the gas. Get out!

One of the worst companies i have ever worked for and getting worse by the day. I dont see how they continue to be allowed to operate like this or pull as much bs as they do to their customers and employees. Robin and his cronies need to go

Specifically section 4.6. I'll wait. For example. If you accept a new position in January of 2026, you will not receive any grade level change, title change of compensation change until March 2027.

Work from home people impacted across several locations in Operations.

Per news article from Ignites, BNY cut 3400 staff in the past 12 months and paid out $250 in severance. Also mentioned in the article that approximately 50% of staff are now based outside the US; before Robin this was 40%.

How long do you think you have before being cut?

The title explains all, let's put salary band information into this thread.

Pretty sure BNY is violating that one. 25 people or more from a location requires them to notify 30 days in advance of layoffs or they get fined. I know of atleast 15 just yesterday and there were more releases monday and Tuesday as well. All out of... — read more 

So is there a way for promotion if your manager has not nominated you? Considering your manager is only at VP level and is like your HR manager only. Can someone from the top or anyone else push your promotion if not direct manager?

Has anyone gotten in trouble for using too much in office exemption time - Whether that is weather related, or for the adhoc flexibility option. Specifically referring to upper management less direct management.

Hi All, Does anyone have experience with a medical exception that can change their working arrangement? Are they lenient on the conditions that may qualify for this? What is the process? What was the end result? Was documentation needed? Did you... — read more 

Use your time to learn and get education. You have over 10k per year in Tuition reimbursement. Start using them the day you are eligible. Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.

At BNY, leadership isn’t something you do—it’s something you post about. In this gilded age of corporate theater, where substance is optional but hashtags are mandatory, BNY has perfected the art of appearing important while doing absolutely nothing... — read more 

Received my get out of jail card this week and I'm over the top delighted. Over the last 10 years, this place has become so toxic, it's sickening. Pay for performance is a joke. Senior managers, who don't know the staff or what they do, are... — read more 

In orgs that reward visibility over results, advancement goes to the safest pick, not the strongest performer… the chosen few keep things calm, nod along, and soothe the people above them… Real competence can unsettle because it exposes gaps and... — read more 

Quick question: Did all of the forced piped former BNY employees receive a "not eligible for rehire" tag on their employment file?

Since HR is basically worthless, anybody know for sure if you can work during the separation period? There's conflicting info in the paperwork I received. I know you couldn't during the SUB pay days, but I thought that changed when it switched to the... — read more 

Most of the Sr staff are replaceable, they actually do not implement or solve any of the work place challenges, but they like to report on other people work. You spend more time explaining what you have done so that they can repost if the work. If... — read more 

Is 6 hours in the office still relevant?

Thank you BNY for rewarding your employees again this year, we are happy to take the hit so the shareholders can profit...we are all shareholders after all

It’s curious how benefit solutions keeps calling this a vital benefit but meanwhile, they probably wish most of us gone or d.ead. And the cost of this stuff just went up 6%. That’s nearly 4 times more than the rate my salary went up. Benefits are... — read more 

FInance undergoing major upheaval targeting 25 % and being achieved via force rankings to avoid severance payments. How is this legal? Nevermind unethical but Dermie doesn't really care. People are getting fed up and just leaving too. Shame on the... — read more 

If you are impacted by layoffs this week, remember it has little to do with your own performance. If you are retiring now, best of luck in your next chapter. If you are starting a search for a new role, wishing you the best of luck. Invest time in... — read more 

So I was hoping to get promoted since last year, my manager is horrible and did not promote last year and gave me hope for this year with extra work. I did everything and beyond this year but my manager still rated me met expectations and said no... — read more 

New hires are coming in at 65k…

There are more job postings for BNY right now than i ever recall seeing in the past decade. Seems like the company is doing fine..

Note of Thanks to Dublin Office Please pass along my sincere thanks to the Dublin team for their exceptional engagement over the past 12 months regarding the Wexford office closure. Their responsiveness and clear, compassionate communication have... — read more