Lack of imagination - Anonymous employee Empower Employee Review

3.0
Sep 29, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The on-site cafeteria is really nice and the food is pretty tasty. Starting off the compensation is fairly good but average when compared to other financial companies. Structurally the company is organized and has a good idea of where/how to staff certain positions.

Cons

Clicky when it comes to management and their favorites. If you do not open up and are talkative/friendly, you will likely be passed up for a promotion. 10% cap on any change in position, even into management. This prevents people from jumping into a higher position, as you would likely become exempt and work longer hours for less pay.

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5.0
Jun 18, 2026
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Pros

Empower fully supports work life balance. They also support and encourage community service. I like the fact that they match not only by monetary contributions, they also match actual volunteer hours with money. Management at all levels is committed and invested in you professionally and personally.

Cons

None that I have found.

5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Many smart people genuinely want to grow & succeed; An excellent long term strategic vision backed by long term oriented investors; Ample growth opportunities at a business that is very well positioned for long term growth. Leaders that genuinely care about their people. Remote work is truly an advantage - just the lack of a commute makes a large difference. Opportunity to be at the ground level of a company that will develop a much stronger national brand over the next decade.

Cons

Delivery & Execution are areas that are truly challenging in the high growth/evolutionary environment that Empower is in today. Cultural changes are happening within the business that create some competing priorities, though Sr. Leaders continue to lead through this. Working with people across the US means don't expect a normal schedule - early / late starts and working lunches are the norm.

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