Headquarters: Charlotte, N.C.
AUM: $409 billion as of June 30
U.S. employees: 1,010
Years Won: 2023-2024
In their own words:
“At Barings, we harness the depth and breadth of our global platform to meet the needs of our clients, delivering exceptional service and solutions that cross asset classes and geographies. Our team-based culture values respect, humility and innovation in service to our clients, colleagues and communities. The same collaboration, transparency and integrity that make us a partner of choice for clients also make us an employer of choice for teammates around the world.”
Three cool things:
- Provides a 100% match to the first 5% of employees’ contributions to their 401(k) plans, but will increase the limit to more than 9.5% in 2025. Also contributes up to $1,000 to health savings accounts, depending on coverage level and annual salary.
- Allows unlimited paid time off in addition to 10 employer-paid holidays. Also awards employees with spot bonuses, and recognizes teamwork through the global technology team-presented Make a Difference Awards program.
- Fosters social environment through activities such as happy hours, networking events as well as seasonal and holiday gatherings. Offers free breakfast and lunch on Mondays, as well as free coffee, tea and snacks on all workdays.
Employees say:
- “Barings is fortunate to have just great people. My coworkers are always willing to help and always very respectful. I really enjoy going into work and being with such dedicated and friendly people.”
- “The culture — it’s become a professional and industry buzzword that’s lost meaning from overuse and failed delivery. But Barings follows through on what so many companies communicate, yet fail to execute.”
- “The CEO hosts town halls very often to let us know future plans and how Barings is performing financially. Leadership is transparent with future plans. I also feel like there is plenty of room for growth when it comes to my career.”
