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WaFd Bank is the largest national bank headquartered in the PNW, with over 1,800 employees, 236 branches and $14.8 billion in assets across 8 states. read more
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WaFd Bank Employee Reviews

Out of 67 WaFd Bank employee reviews, 84% were positive. The remaining 16% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping WaFd Bank improve their work culture. The Sales team, with 88% positive reviews, reports the best experience at WaFd Bank compared to all other departments at the company.

What do you like best about the leadership team?

Leadership Reviews

The CEO is great and leads by example.

The listen, they love to hear ideas. They are motivators. They really care.

The support is the best part.

Our executive team are great listeners. They listen before they respond.

Review from Sales Dept

Very inclusive and positive culture. Accountability is key and people are empowered to make a difference.

What does the leadership team need to get better at?

Leadership Reviews

dishonest people who mistreat you, cut compensation and berate you the harder you try--

Not being so discounted from their employees. Pay a living wage.

What is the best part about your compensation package?

Compensation Reviews

401k far surpasses the industry match

Retirement options are really fantastic

Every employee receives stock options.

Review from Sales Dept

Stock option and company ownership is great. 401k match is better than most.

The company contributes 7% to employee 401(k)s annually. Additionally, the company gave all employees a 5% salary increase as a result of the Tax Reform Act on 1/1/2018.

Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?

Compensation Reviews

They expect too much marketing and work for little pay

Review from Sales Dept

The pay is poor for a pb and Loan Officer and going out marketing

Review from Sales Dept

What are some of the best things about your team?

Team Reviews

Smart and highly motivated people that work hard to serve clients

The team is strong, caring and always working as a team.

Since every employee has the opportunity to bonus, cooperation is prevalent in working and supporting each other.

Review from Sales Dept

Diversity of experience...ability to contribute for all

We understand the people and there struggle, we work together to help those who need us. We work together when we communicate with each other

Review from Sales Dept

What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?

Team Reviews

They need to learn what it means to behave in a professional environment

What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?

Environment Reviews

Everyone is kind to each other and open in every situation

Our CEO sets the tone. He is a player coach.

Review from Sales Dept

My team and my clients they are the best

Review from Sales Dept

I have my own desk far away from everyone

Review from Sales Dept

Everyone is friendly and available to help out. One of Washington Federal's requirements is "simply being nice."

What needs to change to make the company culture better?

Environment Reviews

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What did you like most about the interview process?

Interviews Reviews

Good questions that made sense and interest in my career growth

Management explained position applying for very well.

It was efficient and required you to use your skills and experience.

It was welcoming and informative.

Meeting other coworkers during the process.

Review from Sales Dept

What would you improve about your company's interview process?

Interviews Reviews

tell the truth during meetings

Its always a good thing to have candidates that actually meet the stated minimum standards and qualifications for a posting

What makes you most happy at work?

Outlook Reviews

Working with great teammates, servicing our clients

The flexibility to work remote but still remain connected

Staying Busy and helping client out, and developing relationships.

Being a part of a great Team.

Being valued for my contributions

What's going wrong and how can it be improved?

Outlook Reviews

fire management to change the culture

What do you like best about your company?

Outlook Reviews

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What would you most like to see improved at your company?

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