Vantaggi
A respected name in the industry that looks good on a resume. Some seem to genuinely enjoy their job. There are opportunities to learn about the industry. The benefits are ok. Its founders are well known. Some seem to have a good work/life balance while others are treading water constantly.
Svantaggi
It seems Oaktree has made a concerted decision that fear and intimidation would be utilized as its primary motivational tool. There is not open communication among staff, and management has formed cliques that can only be entered by a few. There is no room for error at Oaktree; everyone is afraid to make a mistake. The intimidation comes from the top down and it hovers like a dark cloud over the office. This creates constant tension that is exhausting. Processes are cumbersome and frustrating as the company has not kept up with its growth. Technology is sub-par and adds to the frustration. There is a lack of respect for people; lots of attitudes, egos, rolling of the eyes, office politics, etc. Training is very poor here. No one has time, or desire, to train others - but expectations remain very high on day one. It's truly a "sink or swim" environment. Mentor/protege relationships do not seem to be valued. Management understands the technical aspects of the business but lacks an understanding of people. I've yet to hear one manager accept responsibility for a mistake - the buck is always passed to a subordinate. There are many bosses but no leaders. Lots of self-centered people uninterested in the welfare of others. I assume in the old days the company had a heart - but as it's grown it's lost its way. Those who are successful here seem to be cut from the same cloth. This has normalized odd, disrespectful behavior. Many drink the Kool Aid, get well paid, and hang around for the miserable ride.