A bank with a broadly usefull role and a portofolio one can stand behind.
Gut am Arbeitgeber finde ich
First, the bank's portfolio is aligned with the energy transition and does not engage in problematic activities such as carbon-intensive projects, consumer lending or ethically questionable transations. Second, working alongside colleagues of many different nationalities gives a real sense of being part of a European project.
I also have high hopes for the new CEO. He combines extensive banking experience with direct communication, avoiding the empty corporate jargon so often encountered in corporate meetings.
Finally, the elegant building in which the bank is housed in Vienna's 9th district.
Verbesserungsvorschläge
One area that could be strengthened concerns internal development and career progression within the bank. At present, the annual review process mainly takes place with one’s direct manager. It can also create a situation where the evaluation depends largely on a single perspective. In organisations where I have worked previously, the process included two discussions: one with the direct manager and another with the next level of management. This structure tended to encourage greater transparency and accountability, as managers knew that perspectives would be shared and discussed more broadly. Introducing a similar approach could help reinforce team spirit and make it easier for the organisation to identify and support talent wherever it is located within the bank.
Arbeitsatmosphäre
We are fortunate to work in a beautiful old building in the 1090 district. Renovation work is currently underway, so it's a bit noisy at the moment, but it's for a good cause. The building has a brand new cafeteria where you can come for a coffee, lunch or an informal meeting.
Work-Life-Balance
Achieving a work–life balance can be challenging. Having children naturally makes any job more demanding. However, at Kommunalkredit and across Austria more broadly, there is a high level of flexibility. The organisation generally provides the necessary space to balance professional and personal commitments. Options such as working from home and part-time arrangements make it easier for employees to organise their schedules according to their personal circumstances.
Kollegenzusammenhalt
Although there is more solidarity between colleagues, a stronger recognition of the productive interdependence between revenue-generating and non-revenue-generating departments would likely further strengthen collaboration and the overall team spirit.
Interessante Aufgaben
Kommunalkredit has a project portfolio that is largely aligned with the energy transition. The bank has developed strong expertise in structuring complex infrastructure and energy deals, and in several areas it is able to structure transactions that only a limited number of banks are able to execute. In that sense, the bank can be seen as having a positive impact at a global level, and it gives a clear sense that one’s efforts are directed toward activities with tangible value.