Q&A With Discover Employees
Accelerate your growth with a company driven by its values and mission; to help people achieve a brighter financial future. Starting with our employees, we create a supportive and inclusive environment where all can thrive. We are guided by our principles that are focused on transparency, getting things done the right way, and building expertise through problem-solving and experimentation. You’ll be part of a community focused on supporting our customers and each other, while achieving beneficial balance at work.
How employees describe working at Discover
A good place to work
I value your values the most
Benefits are very good. Compensation will depend on your area and leadership.
Indifferent because employees are prideful when corrected
This is a great company. They are invested in the growth of their employees and promote from within whenever possible. I wish I had known about them sooner. They offer a great work environment and a very diverse workforce.
What it's like to work at Discover
- Discover employees generally work 8.8 hrs a day
- Employees at Discover report the work pace is comfortably fast
- 74% of Discover employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Discover employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 60% of Discover employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Discover employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
- 80% of Discover employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Discover Employees
IDX: 0 TOT: 28
What's the office layout like at Discover?
Open
In process of completing an open floor plan model
Is it possible to switch teams at Discover? If so, what is the process?
Yes
What is the PTO policy at Discover?
30days
How long after an interview at Discover does it take to hear back?
7 days
How are the healthcare options at Discover?
Good
How hard is it to get promoted at Discover?
Top Employee Response
Gender & color bias - white Female
How can I improve my chances of being hired at Discover?
Network and find connections within the firm
What benefits does Discover provide?
Healthcare, 6 week maternity leave package, 5 weeks PTO at the start, Employee stock purchase program with company match, Health Club at HQ, Nurse on site HQ, parking onsite HQ, Full cafeteria on site HQ, Education benefits, Work remotely options, participation in many employee discount programs, commuter transportation discounts, offices across the US, promotion capability, community involvement programs
What are the team outings like at Discover?
Depends on the team. Mostly casual and off site always include food. Some include team building or training.
How do you feel about going to work at Discover everyday?
Discover is a great place to work. The people are generally very invested in the work they do. People actually like each other. There are many social groups and interactions at the office and outside the office.
Who did you meet with during your interview? And how long did it take to hear back from Discover?
Typically an interview includes your potential boss, at least one of their peers, if you have clients to support you might meet them, you might meet team mates, you might meet your boss's boss. You will probably meet with someone from HR. Your post interview reply can take anywhere from days to weeks
How's the feedback process at Discover?
Discover has an open door policy for feedback although diplomacy is important
How innovative is Discover?
There are many opportunities to participate in innovation. Those interested can seek out the specific path and if there is not one work with manager or senior manager for guidance
How does Discover handle HR issues?
Professionally. There are detailed employee/management rules and handbooks
How do I do well in an interview at Discover?
Up beat with positive attitude. Be smart but not to smart. Research the company on the website and in the news. There is always much going on.
What should I wear for an interview at Discover?
Recommend professional attire at minimum business casual. Business suit not required Women at minimum dress slacks and blouse. Men dress slacks and jacket No jeans
How long do the interviews usually take at Discover?
Depends on the level. Anywhere from a couple of hours with different people to multiple days with different people. Some managers are interested in the candidates fit with the specific team and will have interviews with the team while others will be interested only with the management fit. Be prepared to meet with multiple people for at least 3-4 hours
How secure do you feel at your job at Discover?
50%. Discover is in a state of change.
How's the morale at Discover?
Generally high morale although each area within the firm has their own culture depending on Sr Leadership
What's the work from home policy like at Discover?
WFH policy is generally dependent on the position however Discover supports 2-3 days a week, on average.
What do employees at Discover think about their benefits?
Discover employees rate their overall benefits an A and most of them think the perks are Good. 79% of Discover employees say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees also get 20-30 days of paid vacation, and most of the employees believe the cash value of their benefits is $2500+/mo.






