3.0
Dec 5, 2010
Current employee
New York, NY
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
Outstanding company with brand that I am proud of and use myself. Easy to explain where I work and what I do Good work life balance but be careful...
Cons
Even though their best customers are over 45 years old, Amex is very focused on youth when it comes to it's employees. Amex does not value real experience in it's work force. It' nearly impossible to find a upper middle manager (AKA Band 45 VP) that became a VP after age 35. Most experienced employees are pushed aside after a certain age regardless of how successful and award winning they have been to make room for the next generation. So don't stay too long. If you miss more than two opportunities to get promoted it's time to leave.